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Bon Secours Mercy Health Assistant Nurse Manager - Nursing Operations - St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond, Virginia
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Evening/Nights
The Assistant Nurse Manager of Nursing Operations will cover the Float Pool, House Supervisors, CMU, as well as assist with coverage for all units at SMH
Assistant Nurse Manager - Nursing Operations - St. Mary's Hospital
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Assists with supervising and coordinating the administrative and operational activities in the assigned areas. Collaborates with interprofessional team to ensure safe and effective care delivery while promoting a culture of excellence.
Essential Job Functions
Leads a team of nurses and clinical support.
Supports managers/directors on larger units.
Performs managerial responsibilities 80% of time; works on ground support for frontline staff and assists in direct patient care as needed.
Assists manager/director in planning and supervision of unit/department goals and objectives.
Assists with managers/directors in planning and maintaining department's readiness for regulatory surveyors.
Serves as professional role model, mentor, and clinical resource.
Responsible for personal and professional growth as well as fostering an environment where interdisciplinary team members can contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally.
Responsible for modeling core culture and safety behaviors to eliminate preventable harm and implement high reliability principles.
Facilitates implementation of change management, performance improvement, and strategic initiatives in assigned areas.
Supports mission and vision of the organization and adheres to BSMH policies.
BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting)
Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units:
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)
NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)
TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)
ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)
National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)
Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)
Education
- Bachelor of Science Nursing (required)
Work Experience
2 years nursing experience with 1-year minimum clinical experience in the acuity level of desired area (preferred)
Charge nurse or management experience (preferred)
Training
None
Language
None
Skills
Build collaborative relationships
Collaborate with physicians and other medical staff
Conflict resolution
Effective oral communication
Establish an environment that values diversity
Facilitate consensus building
Facilitate group discussions
Inspire desired behaviors and manage undesired behaviors
Interpersonal communication
Relationship building
Written communication
Application of high reliability concepts
Care Delivery Models and Patient Care Delivery across the continuum
Clinical outcomes
Education and developmental practices
Evidence-based practices
Hospital policies and procedures
Nursing and clinical best practices and research
Nursing professional practice
Patient care services
Performance improvement
Quality clinical care
Quality improvement
Regulatory standards
Risk management
Working knowledge of patient safety programs, identifying risks, and responding to recommendations.
Able to learn from setback and failures.
Change management
Foundational leadership
Mentor others
Succession planning
Advocacy
Holding self accountable to actions and decisions
Open to receiving feedback and coaching
Uphold ethical priciples and corporate compliance standards
Analyzing data or information
Knowledge of creating and managing budgets
Creating operational objectives and the strategies to achieve the goals
Customer service
Financial Management
Human Resources management
Information management and technology
Knowledge of SWOT and Gap analyses
People management and leadership
Problem solving
Staffing and managing staffing based on matrix
Strategic planning and management
Workforce development planning
Union environments
As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com