Nurse Mgr.

Under the direction and supervision of the Nursing Director, supervises all departmental Associates and the functions of the clinical units. Assists with or conducts delegated projects, performs managerial responsibilities as delegated by the Director, including supervision and evaluation of patient care and all department Associates. Assumes responsibility for clinical resources and coordinates preceptor activities.

Assists Nursing Director in the development, implementation, and evaluation of unit-specific systems/activities, which result in organizational improvement. Coordinates activities between shifts and clinical areas to ensure continuity of patient care. Provides clinical patient care to patients utilizing the nursing process.

Utilizes knowledge of professional nursing practice in providing age-appropriate care based on scientific principles, nursing standards of practice, and standards of patient care for patient populations. Skills 1. Possesses effective oral and written communication skills. 2.

Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish). 3. Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions. 4. Ability to supervise and evaluate Associates. 5.

Ability to foster and facilitate effective working relationships and team building. 6. Ability to negotiate and resolve conflict. 7. Willingness to accept and manage change. 8.

Ability to analyze situations and solve problems. 9. Skilled in the use of computer systems and related software applications. Work Experience Three years of experience in a lead/supervisory/management capacity required, with strong direct patient care experience is required.

License/Registration/Certification 1. Current and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas is required. 2. Current CPR training required. 3.

Current ACLS obtained within 6 months of being in the department for critical care, Labor and Delivery and Antepartum areas. 4. Current NPR training obtained within 6 months of being in the department is required for the following areas: Mother/Baby, Well Baby Nursery, Labor and Delivery, and Antepartum. 5. Current PALS training obtained within 6 months of being in the department is required for the following areas: Ambulatory Surgical Unit, Cath Lab/Interventional Radiology, Emergency, Endoscopy, Operating Room, Recovery and Urgent Care. 6.

Obtainment of the Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC), Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML), Nurse Executive (NE-BC) certification or an approved nursing certification in specialty area is required within 3 years of being in the position. Education and Training Bachelor degree in Nursing is required.

Full Time - Days - 8am-5pm