Clinical Nurse Manager, ICU Unit (Project Management)

Job Summary:

As a Clinical Nurse Manager, you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of patients and their families. You will collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest level of care is provided. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the nursing department, including staffing, training, and budgeting.

Experience:

• Minimum three years of acute care clinical nursing experience.
• At least one year of management or supervisory experience required.

Skills:

• Proven experience in a leadership or management role
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Knowledge of current healthcare trends and best practices

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (Master's degree preferred)

Licensures/Certification:

• Current and unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) license
• AHA BLS certification
• Must obtain LA City Fire Card certification within the first 30 days of employment. 

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of nurses, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluations
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards of care
• Monitor and evaluate patient outcomes to ensure the delivery of high-quality care
• Manage departmental resources and budget effectively
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development among the nursing staff
• Provide leadership and support to the nursing team, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment 

Specific Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Advocacy:
  • Act as a patient advocate, emphasizing sensitivity and privacy in patient care.
  • Mentor and guide staff, promoting fiscal responsibility and professional development.
  • Participate in hospital committees and contribute to strategic planning.
• Education and Compliance:
  • Identify staff educational needs and provide relevant training.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.
  • Facilitate staff adaptation to new technologies and documentation tools.
• Operational Management:
  • Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient patient care and staff performance.
  • Develop and revise policies and procedures to enhance care quality and safety.
  • Monitor nurse-sensitive indicators and implement strategies to improve outcomes.
• Quality Development:
  • Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient patient care and staff performance.
  • Develop and revise policies and procedures to enhance care quality and safety.
  • Monitor nurse-sensitive indicators and implement strategies to improve outcomes.
• Quality Development:
• • Lead performance improvement initiatives and participate in quality assurance activities.
  • Analyze data for quality projects, applying findings to improve patient care processes.
  • Support the mission, vision, and values of the nursing profession and the organization. 

$74.58 - $97.51 per hour