Assistant Nurse Manager Transitional Care Unit

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead the new Transitional Care Unit. This dynamic role involves coordinating patient care and managing nursing staff in a fast-paced environment. The position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient wellness while working alongside a dedicated team in a top-ranked hospital. With a commitment to excellence in nursing care, this opportunity provides a platform for professional growth and development. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance paid for by BJC

Pension Plan/403(b) Plan funded by BJC

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance available

Paid Time Off benefit

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of nursing experience required, with a focus on patient care.
• Must possess RN license and demonstrate strong management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage nursing staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee patient care and ensure adherence to operational goals.
• Coordinate departmental staffing and budget management.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Personnel Management

Statistical Analysis

Budget Management

Collaborative Care Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity as Assistant Nurse Manager to support & help establish our new Transitional Care Unit. This TCU will focus on supporting boarding patients in the ED while they await inpatient beds.

- 4x10's

- Full Time Days

- Sign on bonus eligible

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The Emergency Department at Barnes-Jewish Hospital is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, urban setting where the arrival of each new second brings with it an opportunity to serve a melting pot of a community with a wide array of medical needs. We specialize in a rapid assessment and treatment of patients when every second counts, particularly during the initial phase of acute illness and trauma. The Barnes-Jewish Hospital Emergency Department is a Level I Trauma facility and a leader in disaster preparedness for the St. Louis region. No one shift is like the other; no one minute is like the next.

Role Purpose

Coordinates patient care, personnel management, maintenance of equipment, equipment purchased, and statistical accumulation.

Responsibilities

1. Manages individual(s) including but not limited to: hires, trains, assigns work, manages & evaluates performance, conducts professional development plans. Ensures that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership.
2. May participate in the development of departmental staffing, revenue and/or expense budgets and has direct responsibility for adhering to those goals. This includes responding to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budget goals.
3. Provides and oversees patient care according to planned interventions with regard to their age and developmental needs to attain the patient's optimal level of wellness and documents according to policy.
4. Creates and ensures implementation of a collaborative plan of care based on assessment, diagnosis and medical treatment.
5. May support the review of staff hours worked vs scheduled hours and determine appropriate disposition if variation exists. Perform and approve daily payroll updates. Reconcile time cards, bonus tracking and coding approval. Prepare, coordinate and execute all staff communications; prepare huddle agendas and lead meetings. Determine staffing needs; make nursing assignments as well as assign overtime. Recommend effective annual increases. Interview staff for open positions; evaluate and conduct performance reviews as assigned; draft and issue corrective actions/coaching; follow up regarding any disciplinary action to determine compliance.
6. Responsible for staff productivity and the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership. Conducts performance evaluations and makes recommendations on areas of improvement if needed.
7. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

1. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
2. Experience: 2-5 years
3. Supervisor Experience: No Experience
4. Licenses & Certifications: RN

Preferred Requirements

1. Experience: 5-10 years
2. Supervisor Experience: < 2 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer