Nurse Manager, MWH-MCC-Medical Care

Mary Washington Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead day-to-day operations of the service, partnering with the Director and Nurse Educator to drive clinical and operational excellence. This role oversees staffing, quality initiatives, and staff development to ensure safe, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate has a BSN, Virginia RN license, and prior leadership experience in a hospital setting, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited school required.
• MSN preferred.
• RN license Virginia or reciprocal state required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• NIHSS (Bluecloud) required within 90 days.
• Leadership Certification (ANCC or AONL) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience.
• Minimum 2 years management experience.
• Proficiency in verbal and written communication; experience with electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Creates staffing plans and approves department schedules.
• Assists the Director in budget planning and management.
• Oversees education and orientation with the Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• Implements performance improvement initiatives and clinical outcomes.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and patient safety.
• Facilitates staff meetings and effective communication.
• Leads engagement initiatives with physicians and staff.
• Maintains records of communications and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking

Education

BSN

MSN

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for managing all day to day activities of the service and supporting the Associates who are providing care. In collaboration with the Director, the Nurse Manager is responsible for leadership and direction in accordance with organizational and departmental philosophy and goals. Thisposition will assist the Director and Nurse Educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist in maintaining the highest degree of clinical and operational performance of the service. Thisposition is accountable for daily operational activities on a 24-hour basis. Thisposition must demonstrate a commitment of quality, cost-effective, customer-focused service to patients, physicians, the public and co-workers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the MWHC Leadership Competencies: Create Plan Collaborates with the health care team to develop and implement a schedule and staffing plan. Approves department final schedule. Assists the Director in the planning and management of the departmental budget. Accountable for the education and orientation plan with the Clinical Nurse Specialist. Achieve Results Utilizes the performance improvement process to identify opportunities for improving outcomes in clinical effectiveness, clinical practice, service operations, and standards. Collaborates with the Director and Nurse Educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist to develop and implement improvements accordingly. Assists Director and Physician leader in the resolution of customer satisfaction and quality issues. Listen, Understand, Communicate Demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving skills with staff, physicians, and ancillary departments. Provides timely feedback and/or problem resolution. Fosters an environment for providing a customer service culture. A minimum of 8 hours per month will be scheduled during off-hour shifts/weekends. Collaborates with the Director and Nurse Educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist (where applicable) to facilitate communication (i.e.: staff and team meetings). Accountable for staff meetings and department communication (huddles, emails, minutes, communication books, etc). Maintains records of communication to Associates. Attends meetings and committees as assigned. Participates and mediates in conflict resolution. Exceeds Partner Needs Acts as a resource to physicians and staff by use of clinical rounding and assessing unit operations. Collaborates with ancillary departments to ensure availability of equipment and supplies. Identifies new technology available for patient care. Performs other related duties as requested. Demonstrates active engagement through visibility, accessibility, rounding and open communication. Develops action plan for Associate Engagement based on departmental results in collaboration with the department Associates. Execute and Analyze Participates in clinical reviews as needed. Possesses knowledge of regulatory requirements related to the service (JCAHO, EMTALA, Virginia State Health Department) and implements mechanisms for compliance. The Manager has the primary responsibility for staying current with relevant compliance information and developments and for disseminating this information among his/her staff members. The Manager is also responsible to provide a courtesy copy of the materials shared with staff to the Compliance Officer. Responsible for approving biweekly payroll, identifies trends in utilization and takes corrective measures as needed. Ensuring monthly budget is reviewed, variances are completed and validated and implements corrective action as needed to include accountability for productivity. Accountable for service outcomes. Actively implements Studer tools in department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school required.
• Masters degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Valid RN License from Virginia or reciprocal compact state required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire.
• NIHSS (Bluecloud) required within 90 days.
• Professional Nursing Leadership Certification (ANCC or AONL) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience required.
• Minimum 2 years management experience required.
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication; as well as computerized systems.
• Experience with electronic systems and programs.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Demonstrates collaboration with physicians, staff and Mary Washington Healthcare Associates.
• Demonstrates the ability to direct individual accomplishments toward organizational objectives.
• Demonstrates professional and positive behavior.
• Role models the Mission, Vision, and Values of Mary Washington Healthcare.

Required Physical Requirements:

• Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands.
• frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
• ability to lift 35 lbs.
• ability to push and pull 20 lbs.
• auditory and visual skills to include color determination.
• ability to work in confined spaces.
• ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements:

• Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Capacity to cope with difficult situations.
• Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards:

• Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.
• Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• *Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.
• "It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."

Compensation Pay Range:

$58.26 - $87.40

Working at Mary Washington Healthcare Whether you are a new grad, experienced clinical professional or wanting to begin a career in healthcare, there is no better place than Mary Washington Healthcare. As a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company we treat our Associates like family – with respect, understanding, and communication. Safety is our top priority As a healthcare system, patient and Associate safety is our priority which is why all Associates will be required to take the following vaccines*: Annual flu vaccine *MWHC reserves the right to amend this list at any time. Medical and Religious exemptions may apply,. Will be discussed at interview.