Nurse Manager (RN) - Cardiology

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health seeks a Nurse Manager II to lead a nursing unit, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires Virginia RN licensure, 5 years of clinical experience including 2 years in leadership, and a BSN; master's degree preferred or enrolled with 36-month completion target. Certification in specialty area is a plus.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Virginia (or eligible)
• AHA BLS Certification or equivalent
• 5 years of relevant clinical experience with 2 years of progressive leadership/management
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing; enrolled in Master’s degree program with completion within 36 months

Responsibilities

• All day-to-day operations of the unit are handled independently
• Supervisory responsibilities for 50+ FTEs (may be delegated)
• 24/7 visibility to enhance staff communication and monitor staff effectiveness
• Coordinate materials management for the department and advise on budget and goals

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff supervision

Operational coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Master’s degree (preferred) or enrolled in program

BSN if master’s not in nursing

Job description

The Nurse Manager II job ensures that excellent patient care is provided by a nursing staff of sufficient number and competency to meet patient needs. Care is delivered in an environment that is healthy, healing and respectful to all patients, visitors and staff. The Nurse Manager II job provides quality customer service to patients of all ages, their families, visitors, medical staff, clinicians and co-workers, ensuring that everyone will be treated courteously, quickly and with respect. This role establishes and maintains an environmental control plan, coordinate materials management for the department, assist in monitoring clinic activities.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN Licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent Experience REQUIRED: 5 years of relevant clinical experience with 2 of those years of progressive leadership and/or supervisory/management experience Experience PREFERRED: Experience in academic medical center environmentEducation/training REQUIRED:Bachelor’s degree in nursing. Must be enrolled in a Master’s degree program at the time of application and must be complete within 36 months of hire.Special consideration will be given for applicants enrolled in baccalaureate to doctoral programs who will not attain a Master’s degree and may require longer than 36 months to complete the terminal degree. If the Master’s degree is not in nursing then it is required to have a BSN from an accredited school.\\*\\*unless grandfathered under previous requirementsEducation/training PREFERRED:Master's Degree in Nursing or a related field.If the master’s degree is not in Nursing, then it is required to have a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.Certification in specialty area.Independent action(s) required: All day-to-day operations of the unit are handled independently. Advice and guidance are sought from the Director on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact on: activity outside the unit. Actions that are taken without prior approval include daily operational functions and leadership, of staff. With Guidance of Supervisor; advice and guidance are sought for termination of employees, handling employee grievances, review of annual unit goals and budget, approval on unit guidelines and procedures and review of staff annual performance evaluations. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): All employees of the nursing unit report to this position and with responsibility of 50 or more FTEs; however, supervisory responsibilities may be delegated as appropriate. Additional position requirements: Requires 24/7 visibility to enhance staff communication and monitor staff effectiveness. Age Specific groups served: N/A Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeCompensation Range$105,206.00 - $173,597.00