CVICU Assistant Nurse Manager

adventhealth; Colorado; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave - 4 Weeks

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Littleton, Colorado, is seeking an experienced RN leader to oversee a busy unit and ensure high-quality patient care. The role emphasizes mentoring staff, coordinating daily operations, and driving safety and efficiency improvements within the team.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate's of Nursing with BLS CPR certification, have experience in acute care, and demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills to enhance patient outcomes and staff development.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required
• BLS CPR certification required
• Experience in acute care setting preferred
• Ability to lead and mentor staff
• Strong communication and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Supervise the unit's nursing team and ensure clinical standards
• Coordinate patient care and support management
• Mentor and coach staff for professional development
• Lead quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure regulatory compliance and patient safety

Skills

Unit leadership

Patient care

Critical thinking

Quality improvement

Mentoring staff

Communication

Education

Associate's of Nursing

Bachelor's of Nursing

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

• Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Address: 7700 S BROADWAY
• City: LITTLETON
• State: Colorado
• Postal Code: 80122

Job Description:

• Perform venous access procedures within the scope of RN licensure, ensuring proper technique and patient safety.
• Administer and monitor infusion therapy treatments, adjusting care plans based on patient responses and needs.
• Assess patients' conditions to determine appropriate venous access methods and address any complications.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients requiring venous access and infusion therapy.
• Provide patient education on venous access and infusion therapy to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Monitor performance of nursing staff, provide feedback, conduct appraisals, and implement improvement plans to ensure clinical and professional standards are met.
• Foster professional growth by identifying training needs, organizing educational programs, and mentoring staff to enhance their skills and career progression.
• Resolve conflicts among staff promptly and effectively using mediation techniques to maintain a positive work environment and ensure team cohesion.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Mentor and precept new staff by providing hands-on training, feedback, and fostering professional development.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and hospital policies to maintain high standards of patient services and safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to lead the employees of their unit in the delivery of patient care
• Ability to lead performance improvement initiatives on their assigned unit
• Ability to think critically in relation to the operations of the unit and delivery of patient care
• Ability to manage the business of healthcare delivery on their unit, including assessing and managing financial practices/Productivity management
• Able to assist and mentor others in relation to the technology utilized on the unit
• Excellent clinical practice knowledge and is able to apply this knowledge to the unit setting
• Ability to influence relationships and behaviors in relation to meeting the needs of the unit
• Acts as a role model for professionalism on their assigned unit of employment
• Possess a broad nursing knowledge, leadership ability, accepts responsibility, exercises authority, and functions independently
• Possess insight for employee growth and development and the ability to do effective impartial counseling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including experience with an Electronic Health Record
• Specific skills as delineated by the unit of employment (see competencies)
• Specific knowledge and skills as delineated by the unit of employment (see competencies)

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 1+ charge nurse or relevant leadership experience. [Preferred]
• 1+ nursing experience within the acute care setting [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) [Preferred]
• Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) [Preferred]
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) [Preferred]
• Certified RN Infusion (CRNI) [Preferred]
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program - Advanced (NRP-A) [Preferred]
• Medical Surgical Nurse-Board Certified (MEDSURG-BC) [Preferred]
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]
• AVADE (AVADE) [Preferred]
• Certified Post-Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) [Preferred]
• Gerontological Nurse (GERO-BC) [Preferred]
• Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) [Preferred]
• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) [Preferred]
• Stroke Education (SE) [Preferred]
• Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) [Preferred]
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification [Prefer