Nurse Manager

Company Overview

At Retina Institute of Illinois, we believe in providing compassionate and conscientious retinal care to our patients, with the goal of improving eyesight and preventing loss of vision.

Established over 15 years ago, the Retina Institute of Illinois has been providing outstanding retinal care to the Chicago-land area and surrounding suburbs.

Position Summary

Under the general direction from the Facility Administrator, the Nurse Manager role is responsible for managing clinical operations of the Center. The Nurse Manager is responsible for the planning, organization, implementation, direction and evaluation of activities and processes involved in the delivery of nursing services to patients at the Center in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as accepted professional standards.

Performs a variety of operational tasks, utilizes strong clinical experience as well as organizational, communication and integration skills to establish and accomplish goals.

Responsibilities

• Manages clinical operations of the Center according to policies, protocols, orders, and regulations.
• Utilizes Center data and comparative information and principles of continuous quality improvement to drive improvement in Center results. May serve on, and in conjunction with the Facility Administrator to coordinate efforts of the Center Quality Management Committee.
• Works closely with the Facility Administrator to assure all clinical aspects of care delivered at the Center meet established standards. Through Center staff, works with attending physicians to implement specific patient care orders and protocols.
• Assists the Facility Administrator in employee relations and human resource activities (e.g., recruits, hires, trains, motivates individuals) to meet patient care needs within established budgets and staffing patterns. Supported by Human Resources staff in managing employee relations and HR activities.
• Directs staff to manage supplies and inventory to ensure that necessary supplies and equipment are available for patient care needs. Utilizes company processes to assure appropriate accounting and internal controls are maintained for ordering and receiving materials and equipment.
• Demonstrates effective leadership and communication skills to motivate Center associates. Conducts regular staff meetings with center associates to enable effective communication.
• Works with Facility Administrator to continually meet requirements of State Licensure, ASC CMS Conditions of Coverage and accrediting organizations.
• Provides on-site support and direction to associates, in conjunction with Facility Administrator, for coordination with Revenue Cycle Services, to ensure appropriate procedures are followed for patient scheduling, registration, medical record documentation, billing, and collections.
• Works with Facility Administrator and other staff to improve processes that will enhance the Company’s overall outcomes.
• Creates, analyzes, and provides routine and ad hoc reports on Center activities as directed.
• Strategizes methods to meet/exceed monthly budget parameters by working closely with the Facility Administrator.
• May serve as risk manager for the Center to address any safety issues and the reporting of general liability or workers' compensation claims.
• May serve as Infection Control Preventionist.
• May serve as the Laser Safety Officer.
• May act as a general supervisor of laboratory waive testing as determined by the Laboratory Director.
• Assists the Center Manager with preparation for Board of Managers and related governance meetings.
• Performs a clinical function within the patient care environment as needed.
• Participates in QAPI and Safety Program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of potential exposure to hazardous materials (i.e. patient body fluids, disinfectant chemicals) and location of SDS sheets.
• Engages in various clerical and recordkeeping duties as needed.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional nurse currently licensed in the state of employment with a minimum of three years of health care leadership experience preferred.
• Previous clinical experience in surgery or procedure healthcare including demonstrated knowledge of sterile technique, working with anesthetized patients, and other clinical situations found in a surgical or procedural setting.
• Able to use personal computer, including word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail / calendar functions for day-to-day activities.
• Possess a working knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment impacting ASC’s, and the applicable standards of the AAAHC, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory bodies for ambulatory surgery centers.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with management, physicians and all medical professionals.
• Holds current clinical license, registration, or certification in good standing by the applicable authority.
• Baccalaureate degree or equivalent experience in the field of nursing, or related field preferred.

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k w/ Match
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine
• Generous PTO Package

We also offer the following benefits for FREE:

• Employee Discounts and Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance

EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.