Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager Acute Med Surg Full Time Nights

Baptist Health; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager to lead shift operations and ensure high-quality patient care. This role involves managing staffing assignments, coordinating patient flow, and engaging with patients and families to enhance their experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate superior clinical and critical thinking skills while fostering teamwork and collaboration within the nursing team. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare environment, focusing on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction. If you are passionate about nursing and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; current RN licensure in Alabama or NLC required.
• Minimum one year of RN experience; acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Manage staffing assignments based on patient acuity.
• Coordinate patient flow and monitor patient status.

Skills

Clinical and Critical Thinking Skills

Patient Care Management

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital is seeking a Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager (CANM) responsible for leading shift operations within the clinical setting to ensure high-quality care, exceptional customer experience, and optimal patient flow. The CANM collaborates with the Department Nursing Operations Manager and the Assistant Nursing Operations Manager (ANOM); providing guidance, fostering teamwork, and managing clinical operations including patient care assignments, customer experience, productivity, and quality outcomes for acute care patients receiving active treatment.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Exemplify the mission, vision, and values of Orlando Health.
2. Participate in the shared leadership structure.
3. Manage staffing assignments for shifts based on patient acuity and staff skill sets to meet patient care needs.
4. Coordinate patient flow with Administrative Supervisors, Care Coordinators, and Discharge Planners to achieve desired outcomes.
5. Monitor patient status within the area of responsibility, especially for seriously ill patients.
6. Coordinate and/or participate in the delivery of patient care, ensuring compliance with physician orders, policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
7. Serve as a resource to frontline team members and providers as appropriate.
8. Support clinical collaboration focused on expected patient length of stay.
9. Perform direct patient care activities as needed to meet operational requirements.
10. Engage with patients and families through Nurse Leader rounds, investigating and responding to complaints.
11. Participate in or lead safety huddles.
12. Promote change and problem-solving initiatives.
13. Assess equipment needs to ensure staff have necessary tools for patient care and proper equipment utilization.
14. Support and sustain leader-driven initiatives.
15. Assist with retention strategies for new team members to foster a positive work environment.
16. Maintain a regulatory-ready environment of care.
17. Ensure appropriate staffing, including breaks and relief, and manage resource allocation.
18. Utilize fiscal management skills for decision-making and resource management.
19. Maintain regular, punctual attendance in accordance with policies and standards.
20. Comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

1. Support strategic goals by attending leadership huddles and participating in new initiatives and collaborations.
2. Serve as a coach and mentor to the nursing team.
3. Communicate ideas clearly and effectively in verbal and written formats.
4. Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team.
5. Promote a safe working environment and support follow-up on workplace violence incidents.

Knowledge and Practice

• Support the Professional Practice Model.
• Apply superior clinical and critical thinking skills.
• Ensure care aligns with organizational policies and procedures.

Performance and Quality Improvement

• Participate in audits to identify improvement opportunities and trends.
• Promote evidence-based nursing practices supported by current research and standards.

Qualifications

Education/Training

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN) preferred.

Licensure/Certification

Current RN licensure in Alabama or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Current BLS certification. Area-specific certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, or TNCC are preferred and may be required based on patient population.

Experience

Minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Nurse; acute care experience preferred.