Clinical Decision Unit (Med/Surg Observation), Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager, Variable Full-Time Nights

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Evening/night shift differential

Day-one comprehensive benefits

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Job summary

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital in Clermont, FL is seeking a Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager (CANM) to lead shift operations in the Clinical Decision Unit. The CANM ensures high-quality care, optimal patient flow, and excellent patient/family experience while coordinating with Nursing Operations leadership.

The role requires RN licensure in Florida (or NLC), BLS, and BSN preferred, with ACLS/PALS/NRP/TNCC certifications benefiting the position. Night shifts available with differential pay.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• Current Florida RN licensure or NLC.
• Current BLS certification.
• Certifications in area of expertise preferred (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC).

Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations to ensure high-quality care and patient flow.
• Coordinate patient care assignments with nursing leadership and care coordinators.
• Monitor patient status and ensure compliance with physician orders and policies.
• Support frontline team members and promote safe, efficient care delivery.
• Participate in safety huddles and contribute to performance/quality improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coordination

Patient flow management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Schedule: Nights

Title: Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager (CANM)

“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Position Summary

Facility: South Lake Hospital

Location: Clermont, FL

Status: Full-Time

Department: Clinical Decision Unit

Schedule: Nights

Title: Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager (CANM)

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader.

Orlando Health - Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay

• Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (start Day One)

• Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

Employee-centric

• South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare.

The Clinical Assistant Nurse Manager (CANM) is responsible for leading the shift operations within the clinical setting to ensure delivery of high-quality care, exceptional customer experience, and optimal patient flow. In conjunction with the Department Nursing Operations Manager and the Assistant Nursing Operations Manager (ANOM); the CANM provides guidance, fosters collaboration, and is responsible for the unit’s clinical operations including patient care assignments, customer experience, productivity, and quality outcomes in settings where an acute care patient receives active treatment for an injury, episode of illness, a medical condition, or post intervention with assessment.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Exemplar of the mission, vision, and values of Orlando Health.
• Participates in shared leadership structure.
• Manages staffing assignments for oncoming and off going shifts, based on patient acuity and skill set of team members to ensure patient care needs are met.
• Coordinates patient flow by working directly with the Administrative Supervisors, Care Coordinators, and Discharge Planners to achieve expected outcomes.
• Monitors overall status of patients within area of responsibility and closely monitors status of seriously ill patients.
• Coordinates and/or participates in the delivery of patient care ensuring compliance with physician orders and established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
• Serves as a resource supporting frontline team members and providers as appropriate.
• Supports clinical collaboration focusing on expected patient length of stay.
• Performs direct patient care activities as required to meet operational needs.
• Interfaces with patients and families to enhance customer experience by conducting Nurse Leader rounds and investigating and responding to patient/family and physician complaints.
• Participates in and/or leads safety huddles.
• Embraces, communicates, and promotes change and problem solving.
• Assesses equipment needs to ensure staff have the needed equipment for patient care, and they can appropriately utilize equipment.
• Supports and sustains all leader-driven initiatives.
• Assists with retention strategies for new team members that fosters a best place to work environment.
• Ensures the appropriate allocation/adjustment of staff, assignment of meal breaks, relief of team members as indicated, etc.
• Utilizes effective fiscal management skills and financial resources with decision-making.

Other Related Functions

Leadership

Appropriate Clinical Practice Knowledge

Performance/Quality Improvement

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN) preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Certification in area of expertise; preferred.
• May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population:
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support(ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)

Experience

A minimum of one year of experience as a Registered Nurse in a Med/Surg setting preferred.