Outpatient Nurse Manager

St. Vincent Health; Leadville (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Vincent Health in Leadville, CO, seeks an Outpatient Nurse Manager to oversee the outpatient nursing department, coordinate care, and ensure high-quality patient experiences.

This role involves scheduling, medication administration, and diagnostic testing at the main hospital and Rural Health Clinic. The ideal candidate has a Colorado RN license, 5+ years in clinical settings, and certifications (BLS/ACLS/PALS).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing is required; master's preferred.
• 2 years of wound care experience.
• 5 years of clinical experience in inpatient or outpatient settings.
• Active Registered Nurse License in Colorado.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Experience with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the outpatient nursing department.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Coordinate care between physicians and patients and obtain orders as needed.
• Perform wound care, infusions, EKGs, stress testing, and other RN procedures within scope.
• Lead staff training and budget management for the department.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Wound care

Communication

Multitasking

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree in nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Company Description

St. Vincent Health is a community-focused healthcare organization committed to integrity, compassion, and dedication in serving patients, colleagues, and partners. The culture emphasizes hospitality, treating patients as guests and valuing positive attitudes, service, and caring across all care teams. Located in Leadville, Colorado, St. Vincent Health offers a unique work environment in a small, genuine mountain community known for minimal crowds, strong local character, and a high quality of life. The area features extensive outdoor recreation, including skiing at Ski Cooper, golf at Mt. Massive, lakes, trails, and renowned endurance events through the Leadville Race Series. Team members have the opportunity to build exceptional patient experiences while enjoying the scenic beauty and outdoor amenities of Leadville and Lake County.

Role Description

The Outpatient Nurse Manager oversees outpatient procedures, including scheduling, medication administration, and diagnostic testing at both the main hospital and the Rural Health Clinic at St. Vincent Health. The scope of this position will include, but is not limited to, wound care, central line care, administering intravenous medications, therapeutic phlebotomies, allergy injections, and EKGs. They are responsible for coordination of care between physicians and patients, such as obtaining initial or appropriate orders. The Outpatient Nurse Manager will be involved in maintaining the highest level of patient care and improving patient satisfaction and the delivery of safe, efficient, and compassionate care.

• Oversee the daily operation of the outpatient nursing department
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards
• Work with patients on any outpatient testing that needs to be performed
• Complete infusions, wound care, EKGs, stress testing, port access, allergy shots, and other clinical procedures within the RN scope.
• Work with inpatient unit staff for wound care needs on the unit.
• Monitor and maintain inventory for nursing supplies for the department
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines
• Play a vital role in patient care by providing patient safety, quality of care, and patient satisfaction
• Communicating with providers, nurse leadership, and administration on concerns and improvements
• Work with the Chief Nursing Officer and the finance department to manage and create a budget for the department
• Ensuring that patient records are accurate and documentation is completed in a timely manner
• Lead quality improvement initiatives within the department
• Addressing any patient complaints and working with the quality department to get resolution with complaints
• Maintain schedule for the outpatient department
• Manage staff and training within the department

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required; master's preferred
• 2 years of wound care experience
• 5 years of experience in a clinical setting, either inpatient or outpatient setting
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Active Registered Nurse License in Colorado
• Wound care certification preferred (CWCN, CWS, CWCA, WCC)
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Ability to handle high-stress situations effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations
• Previous management or leadership experience in a healthcare setting
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Keen attention to detail
• Ability to identify issues, analyze them thoroughly, and develop effective solutions