Nurse Manager
Eagleville Hospital - Eagleville, PA
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: 1st shift
Eagleville Hospital, an independent substance use and behavioral health treatment and educational organization serving the community for more than a century, provides innovative compassionate care to those seeking treatment for stigmatized illnesses including substance use and mental health.
Position Summary
This position reports to the Chief Nursing Officer and is responsible for overseeing Nursing operations for assigned service line ensuring quality patient care by managing staff, assigning tasks, monitoring patient status, coordinating with other healthcare teams, and maintaining compliance with policies and procedures, acting as a bridge between nursing staff and hospital management teams with 24-hour accountability. Manages Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Mental Health Technicians.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Staff Management:
Interviews and selects new team members
Performance evaluations and coaching of nursing staff
Disciplinary actions when necessary in collaboration with HR and Union
Scheduling and assigning staff to patient needs
Addressing staff concerns and conflicts
Providing ongoing training and development opportunities
Patient Care Oversight:
Monitoring patient conditions and assessing care quality
Reviewing patient documentation and ensuring accuracy
Identifying and addressing potential patient safety issues
Communicating with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding patient care
Responding to emergencies and coordinating Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) protocols
Operational Management:
Maintaining budgeted resource allocation for the Residential nursing units; acts fiscally responsible
Ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures
Overseeing medication administration and controlled substance management with resolution of discrepancies
Monitoring equipment and supplies inventory
Coordinating with other departments on campus
Other duties as assigned by Chief Nursing Officer
Leadership and Communication:
o In collaboration with CNO, responsible for implementing strategic plan
o Maintains professional and regulatory standards
Facilitating effective communication between staff, physicians, and other departments
Promoting a positive work environment and staff morale
Participating in quality improvement initiatives
Utilizes the SBAR communication format
Applies the Safe Crisis Management techniques and assists patients, families, and other customers with concern and empathy
Respects patient confidentiality and privacy
Answers telephone calls promptly and professionally
Eagleville Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Graduate of accredited school of nursing
BSN or MSN preferred
Current Pennsylvania State license (RN)
Active Advance Life Support (ACLS) certification
Physical Requirements
The person needs to occasionally move about inside the office
Must move between buildings and units
Occasionally ascends/descends stairs
Occasionally transports or moves small to large items
Work Environment
Exposure to infectious diseases
Required to intervene in psychiatric emergencies
Scheduled according to the needs of the organization- weekends and three out of six holidays required
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