Assistant Nurse Manager - Nursing Operations - St. Mary's Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition assistance and professional development

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Richmond, Virginia is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for Nursing Operations at St. Mary's Hospital. In this role, you will oversee clinical operations and support nursing staff in direct patient care. You will need an RN license and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, along with nursing experience. The position provides opportunities for professional growth and competitive benefits, making it a rewarding career for dedicated healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification required.
• 2 years nursing experience with at least 1 year in relevant clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing operations.
• Lead nursing team and manage department goals.
• Assist with direct patient care as needed.

Skills

Build collaborative relationships

Effective oral communication

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal communication

Change management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing

Job description

Overview

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Days/Evenings: some evening coverage is required

The Assistant Nurse Manager of Nursing Operations will cover the Float Pool, House Supervisors, CMU, as well as assist with coverage for all units at SMH

Assistant Nurse Manager - Nursing Operations - St. Mary\u2019s Hospital

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

Assists with supervising and coordinating the administrative and operational activities in the assigned areas. Collaborates with interprofessional team to ensure safe and effective care delivery while promoting a culture of excellence.

Essential Job Functions

• Leads a team of nurses and clinical support.
• Supports managers/directors on larger units.
• Performs managerial responsibilities 80% of time; works on ground support for frontline staff and assists in direct patient care as needed.
• Assists manager/director in planning and supervision of unit/department goals and objectives.
• Assists with managers/directors in planning and maintaining department\'s readiness for regulatory surveyors.
• Serves as professional role model, mentor, and clinical resource.
• Responsible for personal and professional growth as well as fostering an environment where interdisciplinary team members can contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally.
• Responsible for modeling core culture and safety behaviors to eliminate preventable harm and implement high reliability principles.
• Facilitates implementation of change management, performance improvement, and strategic initiatives in assigned areas.
• Supports mission and vision of the organization and adheres to BSMH policies.
• BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

• Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting)

Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units:

• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)
• NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)
• TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)
• ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)
• National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)

Education

• Bachelor of Science Nursing (required)

Work Experience

• 2 years nursing experience with 1-year minimum clinical experience in the acuity level of desired area (preferred)
• Charge nurse or management experience (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Skills

• Build collaborative relationships
• Collaborate with physicians and other medical staff
• Conflict resolution
• Effective oral communication
• Establish an environment that values diversity
• Facilitate consensus building
• Facilitate group discussions
• Inspire desired behaviors and manage undesired behaviors
• Interpersonal communication
• Relationship building
• Written communication
• Application of high reliability concepts
• Care Delivery Models and Patient Care Delivery across the continuum
• Clinical outcomes
• Education and developmental practices
• Evidence-based practices
• Hospital policies and procedures
• Nursing and clinical best practices and research
• Nursing professional practice
• Patient care services
• Performance improvement
• Quality clinical care
• Quality improvement
• Regulatory standards
• Risk management
• Working knowledge of patient safety programs, identifying risks, and responding to recommendations.
• Able to learn from setback and failures.
• Change management
• Foundational leadership
• Mentor others
• Succession planning
• Advocacy
• Holding self accountable to actions and decisions
• Open to receiving feedback and coaching
• Uphold ethical priciples and corporate compliance standards
• Analyzing data or information
• Knowledge of creating and managing budgets
• Creating operational objectives and the strategies to achieve the goals
• Customer service
• Financial Management
• Human Resources management
• Information management and technology
• Knowledge of SWOT and Gap analyses
• People management and leadership
• Problem solving
• Staffing and managing staffing based on matrix
• Strategic planning and management
• Workforce development planning
• Union environments

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you\'re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you\'d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health 1 or Bon Secours 1; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]