Assistant Clinical Manager - Postpartum

Carolinas Medical Center; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 61.000 - 91.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL is seeking a Charge Nurse to support day-to-day operations for high-quality, cost-effective patient care. The role requires 2-3 years of leadership experience, an RN license (Illinois), a BSN, and Masters and certifications preferred.

The position focuses on obstetrics and maternal health, with 40 hours per week across 4 days. You will lead staffing, collaborate with physicians, and drive performance improvements to ensure excellent patient

Formación

• 3 years' experience in specialty area.
• BSN required; Masters preferred.
• Content expert in Obstetrics and Maternal Health.
• Illinois RN license required.

Responsabilidades

• Serves in the role of Charge Nurse. Assigns patient and non-patient care in a safe, effective manner.
• Maintains staffing requirements in accordance with established policies, patient volume.
• Collaborates with physicians, management and other healthcare professionals to assure the delivery of quality care and high patient satisfaction.
• Contributes to achieving system, site and unit goals by prioritizing duties and responsibilities.
• Assures accurate reporting of census, acuity and staffing at predetermined times.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Maternal health

Educación

BSN

Masters preferred

Certification preferred

Descripción del empleo

Department: 35132 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - 5 Tower Post Partum

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: 40 hours per week, 4 days a week

2-3 years of previous leadership experience

Content expert in Obstetrics and Maternal Health

BSN required

Masters preferred

Certification preferred

Pay Range: $44.15 - $66.25

Primary Purpose

Assist PCC leadership with day to day operation to ensure high quality and cost effective patient care

Major Responsibilities

• Serves in the role of Charge Nurse. Assigns patient and non-patient care in a safe, effective manner
• Maintains staffing requirements in accordance with established policies, patient volume
• Collaborates with physicians, management and other healthcare professionals to assure the deliver of quality care and high patient satisfaction
• Contributes to achieving system, site and unit goals by prioritizing duties and responsibilities
• Assures accurate reporting of census, acuity and staffing at predetermined times
• Assures that Point of Care Testing/Code Carts/Code Boxes are accounted for
• Assures appropriate supplies are available to staff via Lawson
• Monitors/Edits Report Express Reports in a timely manner
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency standards, i.e., federal, state, city, Accrediting Organization, IDPH and all hospital policies and procedures.
• Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives
• Practices the principles of Performance Improvement in order to contribute to positive patient outcomes
• Responds to issues/concerns of patients and families in a timely manner. Refers complex issues to management
• Demonstrates positive support and participation in unit base performance improve plan, indicators and outcomes
• Make recommendations for improvement. Contributes to achieving system, site and unit goals
• Assists in the Performance Improvement Process
• Demonstrates and maintains a current knowledge of Mission, Philosophy, Policies and Procedures
• Serves as a clinical resource to staff
• Collaborates with members of the health care team to facilitate the Care Management process
• Serves as a role model for "Service First" in practice and facilitation of staff adherence to Service First courtesy standards and scripts
• Facilitates Service Recovery
• Takes initiative with problem resolution and conflict management when presented with issues/concerns
• Participates with PCC leadership to provide positive work environment for staff in terms of growth and development and job satisfaction
• Refers major rule violations/work performance issues to management utilizing the established chain of command.
• Assists with data collection/tracking for education/in-service of assigned staff.
• Assists with the development of staff competencies and skills checklists.
• Facilitates staff attendance at in-services by providing appropriate coverage of unit.
• Practices positive coaching/mentoring skills to foster staff growth and development.
• Conducts timely and objective performance pathways for assigned staff subject to review with management prior to presentation to staff
• Assesses educational needs of the staff and facilitates education opportunities. Coordinates orientation of new staff in conjunction with the MCO and APN
• Assists individuals with identifying professional goals and provides opportunities to achieve these goals
• Addresses staff concerning matters involving minor performance variances and minor disciplinary counseling
• Consults with management if written disciplinary action is warranted
• Responsible for personal/professional growth and development
• Keeps abreast of current standards of care via literature, educational events, internal and external resources and networking
• Proactively seek out education as opportunities. Earn 10 continuing education hours annually. 8 of the 10 continuing education hours must be Pediatric specific.
• Participates in activities to enhance professional growth by involvement in professional organization and continuing education.
• Maintains clinical expertise in pediatrics. Serves as a resource and role model for clinical care.
• Serves on various unit and hospital committees to increase knowledge and networking skills

Licensure

Nurse, Registered (RN)

Education/Experience Required

Typically requires 3 years' experience in specialty area and may require specialty-focused continuing education and/or certifications based upon department discretion.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Ability to assume charge/schedule coordinator role Ability to communicate effectively and work cohesively with a diverse work group Skills specific to each unit's specialty CPR Illinois Licensed Professional Registered Nurse Certification relative to specialty area, if applicable.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to travel local Ability to work within stre