Nurse Manager - Medical Specialties/Med Surg ICU/STEPS Clinic

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Overview

Nurses within our organization exemplify our commitment to enhancing the lives of others. Their expertise is matched by their compassionate demeanor. The Nurse Manager plays a pivotal role by setting a standard for patient care and integrating our mission into every aspect of their duties, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and teamwork. If you are eager to advance your career in a healthcare environment that appreciates your professionalism and empathy, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

Our facility, located in the heart of the Willamette Valley, offers a diverse range of services, many of which are not typically found in community hospitals. These include CT scans, nuclear medicine, echocardiography, and a family birth center, among others.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the accountable manager for a specific patient care unit or department.
• Oversee all daily operations, which include:
  • Staffing and scheduling
  • Departmental planning and budgeting
  • Ensuring effective care delivery systems and processes
• Guarantee the provision of safe, high-quality care and an outstanding experience for patients and their families.
• Assume 24/7 responsibility for all departmental functions.
• Maintain effective communication across professional disciplines and cultivate a positive workplace atmosphere.
• Encourage and uphold shared governance principles.
• Ensure staff education and competency in patient care practices.
• Collaborate regularly and effectively with physicians, colleagues, and organizational leadership.
• Align departmental goals and operations with the strategic objectives of the organization.

Qualifications

Education:

• A degree in nursing is mandatory (BSN or MSN/MN).
• A master’s degree is required.
• MSN/MN is preferred.
• Internal candidates advancing from Assistant Nurse Manager may fulfill the master’s degree requirement by providing proof of a master's degree in progress, expected to be completed within two years of promotion; progress updates will be communicated to the site CNO. Assistant Nurse Managers serving in this role temporarily are not required to have an MSN/MN in progress if the assignment is less than three months, unless approved by the CNO.

Experience:

• A minimum of two years of leadership experience is required.
• Demonstrated progression in leadership roles is preferred.
• Prior clinical experience in the relevant specialty area is highly advantageous.

Skills:

• Proven knowledge of clinical operations, including staffing, scheduling, budget management, workflow planning, staff development, quality assurance, safety, and patient experience management.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and leadership abilities, with a commitment to leading by example.
• Proficiency in keyboard skills and the ability to navigate electronic systems relevant to job functions are essential.

Licensure

• Current RN licensure for the applicable state.
• BLS for Provider certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Specialty-specific certification is highly desirable.

Compensation

Pay range: USD $78.22 - USD $118.10 per hour.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

We are dedicated to promoting health for our people, patients, communities, and the world. Above all, we strive to do what is right.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can make a meaningful contribution to our team, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every qualification listed. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer, prohibiting unlawful discrimination and harassment of any kind. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To discover more about our employee benefits, please refer to our resources.