Nurse Manager - Emergency Department

We are looking for a Nursing Manager to join our rapidly growing Emergency Department (ED) team! Comprised of over 200 professionals, our recently expanded and redesigned ED includes 12 new beds, a new rapid assessment and special care unit, a red zone and an expanded and centralized imaging department near the ED. Operating this 78+ bed department, your unit will care for an average of 230 patients daily, ranging from moderate to high acuity.
Accountabilities:
· 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.
· Coordinate and facilitate service area activities and the overall functioning of the 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.
· Utilize aggregate data for operational decision-making to improve efficiencies in delivery of care.
· 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.
· 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.
· Assess, plan, direct and evaluate educational and clinical professional development programs for assigned area or program to provide optimal patient care.
· Facilitate staff and management team communication amongst and between service area members to deliver customer satisfaction and service efficiency.
· Ensure operational functions are in compliance with professional practice, licensure, accreditation and regulatory standards.
· Ensure the implementation and evaluation of the unit's Performance Improvement/Risk Management/Safety Program.
· Demonstrate initiative for acquiring continuous training and education, including role specific requirements/competencies.
· Maintain and apply knowledge of appropriate regulatory requirement (The Joint Commission, Title 22, Cobra, etc.) at the point of service.
· 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.
· Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Requirements
CA RN License
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or healthcare related
3 years of relevant experience in the Emergency setting required
Must have at least 2 years leadership experience (supervisor and above)
High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) OR other healthcare related Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Demonstrated expertise in Emergency Department and leadership ability required
3 years of relevant experience in the healthcare industry or a healthcare setting required (preferably in Emergency)
Previous leadership experience in the healthcare industry or a healthcare setting required (preferably in Emergency)
BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance