Mgr Nurse

Description

Summary:
Manages the daily operations of the assigned nursing unit(s) or function(s) to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.

Transition Specialties Unit 

"Populations Typically Served: Underserved population of long length of stay patients, behavioral health, unhoused, undocumented 

Acuity Level: low/mid medical acuity, mid/high behavioral acuity 

Number of Beds: 16 beds (including 6 double beds) 

Types of Procedures or Diagnosis Typically Seen: We see a varied array of diagnoses. Patients typically transfer to our unit once their acute medical issues are resolved and are more medically stable awaiting placement. Patients may be awaiting placement due to behavioral dysregulation, financial issues, insurance issues, and more. A great place to combine both medicine and behavioral health, in an acute care inpatient setting, with the opportunity to develop and foster rapport with patients. 

Unit Culture Description: A team-oriented unit that excels at following patient care and behavior plans. We work as a team to transition our patients into the community. We work to be the best at what we do! 

Unit Achievements and Accreditations: n/a 

Specialty Education Provided to Nurses: All staff will receive advanced CPI training as well as education regarding de-escalation and behavior management. "

Work Schedule: Full Time Days

Responsibilities:
Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.

Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.

Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.

Assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

• Credentials:
  Essential:
  * Basic Life Support
  * Registered Nurse
  
• Other information:
  Minimum Required Education: Graduate from a baccalaureate school of nursing.
  Preferred: Master’s degree in nursing or related field.
  Required licensure/certification: State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
  Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. Relevant certification as determined at position level.
  Minimum Experience: 3 years of progressive leadership experience.
  
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. All life support certification cards must be issued by either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. (American Red Cross for the Professional Rescuer is only good upon hire and all renewals will need to be through an American Heart Association sanctioned course.)

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The pay range for this position is: $47.57 - $76.11 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee’s contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years’ employment.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package:

• Full medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans to include pension plan and 403(b) matching
• Paid time off.  Start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• 5 year incentive bonus
• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance
• Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may also qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year
  

Loan Repayment:

UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.

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Salary : $48 - $76