Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Director of Progressive Care, the NSMS Nurse Manager shares 24-hour accountability and additional responsibility for the effective and efficient operation of the Neurosurgical Medical Surgical department. Functions will be performed in accordance with the nurse practitioner in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the organization.

• Assures quality of care through compliance with departmental policies, hospital and external regulatory agency guidelines.
• Functions effectively as an interdisciplinary team member.
• Accepts responsibility for assurance that quality patient care is provided consistently according to hospital and departmental standards and policies/procedures.
• Accepts accountability and responsibility for achievement of operational and capital budget goals.
• Performs hourly rounding and responds promptly to call lights and patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively.
• Follows patient and employee safety/security policies and protocols, including hand hygiene, use of universal precautions, use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to isolation procedures.
• Uses job knowledge and proficiency of skills to successfully assist in orientation of new employees.
• Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by taking ownership of time management, decreasing waste of time and/or supplies, and promoting cost effectiveness while maintaining patient safety and quality of care.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 3 5 years of RECENT ACUTE CARE LEADERSHIP experience in ICU or Neurological unit.
• Graduate of an accredited professional School of Nursing with a Bachelor in Science of Nursing (BSN).
• Clinical practice within 2-5 years.
• Current clinical practice in area of expertise.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current RN licensure by the State of Texas or from a Compact State if you declare the Compact State your Primary State of Residence.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Great benefits. Relo offered!