The Manager of Nursing - Inpatient is accountable for the direction supervision and evaluation of patient care performed by nursing personnel within their assigned service setting in accordance with established goals. Responsible for unit operation scheduling position control staffing and coordination of the quality improvement process. Applies advanced broad-based knowledge of nursing practice and theory as well as advanced knowledge of techniques of supervision management and leadership as applied to specific nursing responsibilities.
Accountabilities
1. Direct the development implementation and evaluation of unit/departmental goals objectives policies procedures and standards of care which contribute to the achievement of patient care strategic plan and care delivery model. Assist Director with evaluation of service area outcomes.
2. Coordinate and facilitate service area activities and overall functioning of unit. Assign direct and review the work of subordinate supervisors/other nursing personnel work methods procedures work flow and standards for quality and quantity of work including staffing standards. Manage staffing and scheduling functions to achieve unit objectives cost effective staffing and productivity targets.
3. Utilize aggregate data for operational decision making to improve efficiencies in delivery of care.
4. Assist Director with the budget process through resource identification and service area needs. Prepare budgets reflecting needed expenditures and operating income of all assigned functions. Take appropriate corrective action to ensure operations are managed within approved budgets. Report budget variances to the Director.
5. Assist and encourage staff participation in problem identification formulation of plans and initiation and evaluation of improvement measures. Support the implementation of changes related to the current health care environment.
6. Assess plan direct and evaluate educational and clinical professional development programs for assigned area or program to provide optimal patient care.
7. Facilitate staff and management team communication amongst and between service area members to deliver customer satisfaction and service efficiency.
8. Ensure operational functions are in compliance with professional practice licensure accreditation and regulatory standards.
9. Ensure the implementation and evaluation of the units Performance Improvement/Risk Management/Safety Program.
10. Demonstrate initiative for acquiring continuous training and education including role specific requirements/competencies.
11. Maintain and apply knowledge of appropriate regulatory requirement (The Joint Commission Title 22 Cobra etc.) at the point of service.
12. Directly responsible (with support from Human Resources) for employee engagement and people management processes including interviewing and selection time and attendance approval providing timely feedback and performance evaluations employee development employee retention disciplinary actions and terminations.
13. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.