Assistant Nurse Manager, CTICU, Forbes

High Market Health; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Clinical Leader to oversee operations in a specialized cardiothoracic intensive care unit. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality outcomes for patients undergoing complex procedures. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, this position offers significant opportunities for growth and impact in a thriving healthcare system. Join a team where your leadership can truly make a difference in the lives of patients and staff alike.

Benefits

Lifelong Education Support

Hands-on Learning Opportunities

Employee Engagement Programs

Professional Development Workshops

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required within 3 years of hire.
• At least 1 year of clinical leadership experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the patient care department.
• Ensure compliance with safety goals and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Patient Care Coordination

Quality Improvement

Financial Management

Staff Development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Patient Management Systems

Budgeting Software

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

The CTICU is an 8-bed intensive care unit specializing in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiovascular interventions, and vascular surgery. We are a growing program, seeing new procedures and admitting upwards of 250+ open heart surgery patients annually. Devices commonly used in this unit include IABP, Impella, EKOs, transvenous pacemakers, and swan-ganz catheters. The unit is supported by Dr. El-Khatib, our primary cardiothoracic surgeon, along with 24/7 intensivists and a team of interventional cardiologists. Our care approach is patient-centered and nurse-driven, emphasizing a multidisciplinary team for quality patient care with daily nurse-led rounds. Our CTICU has received the Bronze Beacon Award twice. Management supports lifelong education and hands-on learning, fostering professional development through shared governance and active unit presence.

At AHN, teamwork and patient-centered care are core values. As part of a 9-hospital system within Highmark Health, we are transforming healthcare by delivering effective services to our communities. We are committed to inclusivity, valuing diverse perspectives, and providing excellent growth and educational opportunities for our employees.

Forbes Hospital is a 315-bed, Level II trauma center located in Monroeville. It offers a range of services including trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology, obstetrics, and psychiatry, fostering strong community relationships.

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This role manages, supervises, and coordinates daily operations of a specific patient care department under the Nurse Manager, providing both clinical and administrative leadership. The role contributes to strategic planning and helps achieve departmental, organizational, and network goals.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership:

• Model the mission, vision, and values within your areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrate professional behavior in all staff interactions.
• Act as a change agent, helping staff embrace necessary changes.
• Conduct monthly unit meetings with minutes, discussing unit and organizational activities and goals when delegated.
• Complete annual performance appraisals, including peer feedback, professional development plans, and self-assessments for delegated staff.
• Attend meetings as directed by the Nurse Manager.
• Support unit-based shared governance, providing consultation and assistance to eliminate barriers.
• Promote professional development through quarterly staff check-ins and encouraging nursing certifications.
• Foster employee engagement via leadership rounding.

Quality and Patient Safety:

• Partner with the Nurse Manager to plan and implement activities ensuring care meets professional standards, safety goals, and regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor departmental performance, develop action plans for unmet goals, and participate in regulatory readiness.
• Contribute to annual quality planning and performance improvement projects.

Customer Satisfaction:

• Collaborate with patients, families, and staff to meet patient experience goals.
• Address patient and departmental concerns, conduct daily rounds, and develop improvement plans.

Finance:

• Implement financial plans in partnership with the Nurse Manager.
• Use resources efficiently, maintain budgets, and monitor variances.
• Complete daily productivity tracking and address overtime issues with documentation.

Professional Growth and Development:

• Support staff development through coaching and creating a learning environment.
• Ensure proper onboarding, education, and credentialing in collaboration with specialists.
• Encourage participation in councils, committees, and educational programs.
• Promote peer review and conduct quarterly developmental goal reviews.
• Identify personal areas for improvement annually and develop improvement plans.

Qualifications:

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (required within 3 years of hire or transfer)
• At least 1 year of clinical leadership experience
• Act 34, Act 33, and Act 73 FBI Background Clearances
• Current PA RN license or multi-state license via eNLC
• CPR certification

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• National Certification

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities and may not include all tasks required. It complies with applicable ethical, legal standards, and confidentiality policies, including HIPAA and data security guidelines. All employees must adhere to the company's Code of Business Conduct and applicable laws.

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