Assistant Nurse Operations Manager - Multisystem PCU

Position Summary

Department: DPH Multisystem PCU

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Monday - Friday | Flexible and available to support both day and night shift operations as needed to meet the needs of the unit

Title: Assistant Nurse Operations Manager | Nurse Assistant Manager 

About the DPH Intermediate Critical Care / Multisystem PCU

• The ICC / Multisystem Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is a 33-bed unit conveniently located adjacent to the ICU. This unit functions as a transitional care ICU step-down for patients who no longer require intensive care but still need close monitoring.
• Specialized medication drips: Nicardipine, Insulin, Nitroglycerin, etc
• We cater to adult patients who are stable enough to leave the ICU but require continued observation and care. This includes individuals with potential life-threatening conditions, those recovering from post-cath procedures, patients needing advanced monitoring, specialized medication drips, and/or ventilator support

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN) required if no Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with Graduate
  degree in Business or health-related field preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population:
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  
  

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital setting 
• Prior leadership experience is highly preferred 

Essential Functions

• Shared 24/7 accountability with Nursing Operations Manager
• Participates in the recruitment and selection of new team members for the unit through interviews, peer selection,
  and evaluation of candidates.
• Coordinates with the Unit/Department Nursing Operations Manager and Human Resources as indicated on corrective action, progressive discipline, and career advancement.
• Investigates event reports and provides feedback to both Unit/Department Nursing Operations Manager and team members.
• Oversight of schedules for the unit to ensure the proper mix of staff are available each shift to provide appropriate patient care.
• Maintains oversight of patient flow and intervenes as indicated to achieve expected outcomes.
• Performs Nurse Leader rounds and reviews, to identify variance from nursing best practice and regulatory or hospital standards. Participates in process/quality improvement initiatives to improve outcomes and standard work.
• Ensures the customer experience is upheld by all team members on shift and provides service recovery to patients and their families as needed.
• Interfaces with patients and families to provide instruction, promote participation in patient care, and to coordinate nursing activities.
• Participates and/or leads staff meetings, GEMBA board, or huddles; demonstrates ownership of unit and outcomes
•  Performs direct patient care activities as required to meet operational needs.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
  
  

Other Related Functions
Leadership

• Expresses ideas clearly and effectively in verbal and written communication to team members and groups.
  Advocates on behalf of the nursing staff to represent the concerns of patients, families, and staff.
• Implements strategies that promote education, health, and safety.
• Fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrates collaborative and collegial relationship skills, engages staff in decision-making, and exhibits effective conflict resolution
  skills.
•  Role models professional behaviors and serves as a mentor to coach team members and colleagues.
• Promote a safe working environment; support and/or coordinate any follow-up related to WPV occurrences.

Human Resource Management

• Manages various human resources functions including recruitment/selection process, retention, supervision, coaching and
  productivity.
• Assists with the clinical evaluation of team members, completes written clinical performance evaluations, and conducts timely team member assessments.
• Ensures compliance with certifications, licenses, and required education for team members.
• Influences team members to enhance their abilities and promote professional development.

Appropriate Clinical Practice Knowledge

• Performance supports the Professional Practice Model values – clinical excellence and caring practice.
• Superior clinical and critical thinking skills for assigned unit/department.

Performance/Quality Improvement

• Monitors compliance and outcomes to identify issues and trends and leads the team on process/quality improvement
  initiatives.
• Ensures practice changes are evidence-based, promote high-quality nursing practice, and are consistent with research, organization,
  and national standards.

Financial Management

• Manages time and resources efficiently to maximize unit/department productivity.
  Promotes cost effective management of equipment and supplies.

Personal and Professional Accountability

• Participates in activities that promote personal and professional growth and development.
• Maintains active membership in a professional organization.
• Upholds ethical standards of practice.