RN, Assistant Manager - CV Operating Room

Memorial Hermann; Aldine (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks an experienced Nurse Manager to support the Nurse Manager in providing leadership to the department and overseeing daily operations. You will work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care and staff development.

The role requires CNOR-related leadership experience and extensive nursing leadership capabilities. Hours are 2pm–10:30pm with one weekend per month, reporting to Nursing Administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required; Master’s in Nursing if Bachelor’s is not in Nursing.
• Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing required, or temporary/compact license
• Certification in Basic Life Support required
• Professional certification in clinical area or management within one year of exam eligibility
• Three (3) or more years of experience in clinical area of practice and demonstrated leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Assists with the deployment of departmental goals that support the mission, vision and values of the organization.
• Assist leadership with managerial responsibilities.
• Carries out day-to-day operational components of the unit delegated by the manager/director, including input on hiring/firing/interviewing.
• Plans, coordinates, and directs effective coordination of care between units, nurses and providers; assists with staff scheduling.
• Performs effectively in emergency situations and provides patient care as needed.
• Acts as a mentor/coach to staff, medical personnel, patients and family members.
• Guides staff in quality improvement efforts for all shifts.
• Ensures PI or quality standards are met daily and participates in PI projects.
• Identifies and provides verbal disciplinary action; may provide written action with leadership.
• Manages supplies access and usage; provides budget input to Nurse Manager/Director.
• Promotes inter/intra-departmental communication and service excellence.
• Ensures clinical care aligns with evidence-based practice; conducts leadership rounds on patients.
• Responds to customer complaints in a timely manner.
• Identifies high risk social situations and addresses appropriately.
• Adheres to regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors within budget and quality standards.
• Encourages staff growth through education and precepting; supports department goals.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Clinical nursing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Nursing (if Bachelor’s is not in Nursing)

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Hours: 2pm to 1030pm
1 weekend per month

Previous OR experience with a proficiency in CV (3-5 years) is preferred. Must have excellent communication, interpersonal skills, strong organizational and problem-solving abilities for addressing challenges. Previous experience as a Charge Nurse or team leader is also preferred as well as a CNOR certification.

Position responsible for supporting the Nurse Manager in providing leadership to the department, overseeing the daily operations, managing and developing departmental staff, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients. Position responsible for 24/7 (as appropriate) support of the department/unit. Typically reports to a Manager, Nursing or Director, Nursing.

Job Description

INIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Nursing. If Bachelor’s is not in Nursing, a Master’s degree in Nursing is required.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing required

• Certification in Basic Life Support required

• Professional certification in clinical area or management required within one year of exam eligibility

Experience/Knowledge/Skills:

• Three (3) or more years of experience in clinical area of practice.

• Demonstrated leadership experience

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assists with the deployment of departmental goals that support the mission, vision and values of the organization.

• Assist leadership with managerial responsibilities.

• Carries out the day to day operational components of the unit that are delegated by the manager/director, including input on hiring/firing/interviewing, etc.

• Plans, coordinates, and directs effective coordination of care between units, nurses and providers. Assists with the development of staff schedules.

• Performs effectively in emergency situations within the unit. Assists with patient care as needed.

• Serves as a resource to staff. Acts as a mentor/coach to staff, medical personnel, patients and family members.

• Assists in guiding staff in quality improvement efforts for all shifts.

• Assures all PI or quality standards are met on a daily basis. Participates in PI projects annually.

• Identifies and provides verbal disciplinary action. Provides counseling and remediation with staff as needed. May provide written disciplinary action in collaboration with leadership.

• Works with personnel to assure staff have access to and are appropriately utilizing supplies

• Provides input to Nurse Manager/Director on budget preparation.

• Promotes intra/interdepartmental communication.

• Strong orientation to service excellence.

• Ensure clinical care is aligned with evidence-based practice.

• Leadership rounds on patients.

• Responds to customer complaints in a timely manner.

• Identifies high risk social situations and addresses appropriately.

• Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards.

• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

• Other duties as assigned.