Nurse Manager-OMC Surgery

The University of Kansas Hospital; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Hospital is seeking a Nurse Manager responsible for overseeing unit operations, ensuring quality care, and mentoring nursing staff. This role requires strong leadership and management skills, along with a commitment to enhancing patient care and organizational effectiveness.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive wellness program

401(a) retirement savings plan

Medical, dental and vision package

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Kansas.
• 2+ years of management experience preferred.
• BLS certification required within 14 days.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall operations of the unit and ensure quality of patient care.
• Develop the unit budget and monitor resources.
• Provide mentorship and supervise staff performance.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Conflict Resolution

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree Nursing

Master Degree Nursing

Job description

Our nurses are leaders and decision makers, working closely with physicians to provide the best care and most advanced treatments. On our team, you’ll work in an environment of respect and professionalism, and you’ll have the support to advance your nursing career in the direction you choose. Find out more about the wide variety of opportunities for nurses at The University of Kansas Health System.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Nurse Manager is accountable for the overall operations of the unit. Is responsible on a continual basisfor the quality of patient care, customer (external and internal) service, and cost-efficient operation of the unit.Supports the Hospital mission and strategic plan, budgeting and resource allocation, organizational policy andoverall management plan of the Department of Nursing.


Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Achieve business and organization goals, visions and objectives.
• Administer corrective action to employees not meeting requirements of their jobs.
• Analyzing, reporting, giving recommendations and developing strategies on how to improve quality and satisfaction.
• Create a unit budget and manage to this by monitoring staffing, supplies, travel, equipment, volume, revenue, charges, education, and food.
• Identifying problems, providing solutions and courses of actions.
• Interact in a positive, professional manner with evidence of conflict resolution skills.
• Maintain a presence on the unit.
• Primary involvement in employee selection, career development, succession planning and periodic training.
• Role Model professional nursing practice through collaboration with staff, leadership, patients, families and physicians.
• Serve as a mentor for staff developing into leadership roles.
• Supervise and manage the overall performance and technical competencies of staff in his/her department.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• Bachelor Degree Nursing

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master Degree Nursing
• 2 or more years of management experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing Registered Nurse in State of Kansas
• Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days
• Respirator Fit Test - The University of Kansas Health System (TUKHS) upon Hire

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC) - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

The main reason I love coming to work is because of the amazing team. We promote a nursing culture that encourages kindness and teamwork, and I absolutely love that about our hospital. – Riley Ferree, RN

Our robust medical, dental and vision package allows you to choose options that are best for your family. We offer life, disability, and accident insurance plus voluntary offerings such as critical illness insurance and identity theft protection.

Giving back

In addition to the quality healthcare we provide, we have opportunities to serve externally in our community in activities throughout the year.

Team-based culture

At the health system, we are a team. If you are highly skilled and motivated but don’t want to work in an “everyone for themselves” culture like many academic institutions have, this is your place.

Support and Resources

We have a comprehensive wellness program with resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional health. Our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) includes free counseling sessions and legal advice options.

Tuition Reimbursement

We offer tuition reimbursement for formal education credits.

401(a)

We offer a retirement savings plan with an employer contribute.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Nurse at The University of Kansas Health System? Review the traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right combination.

• Acccountable to Team
• Takes Initiative
• Possesses Integrity
• Desire to Grow & Develop

Our Culture

• Work with a team that supports you, in a place where you will feel you belong and will make a difference. We empower staff to put the patient first in all things – even beyond clinical care. We value people.
• Driven to serve: Every employee makes an impact, regardless of your role – no matter if you’re in scheduling, facilities or clinical staff. We know that each step of the process ultimately impacts the patient.
• Our leadership is approachable, open-minded, and adaptable to challenges in healthcare.
• We demonstrate values proudly and consistently. Values such as diversity and inclusion are important to our staff; there is a desire to see this reflected by the health system internally and externally.
• Even though we are a large organization, our employees feel the health system’s resources, culture and commitment to quality allow them to provide exceptional care for patients.
• Our health system welcomes patients and cases that other hospitals cannot. This represents our commitment to care and our passion to challenge ourselves and be the best.
• We are a true healthcare leader in the region, rooted in experience and excellence.
• We offer unique opportunities for professional development, as well as convenient pathways for onsite continuing education among healthcare professionals and staff – from GED to CEUs.
• We make a difference in our communities by improving the health and lives of our patients.
• We also support our communities through Health System Employees Reaching Out events.

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