Nurse Manager NICU

Driscoll Children's Hospital Corpus Christi, TX, US

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General Purpose of Job:

The Assistant Nurse Manager under general supervision organizes and directs the work of the NICU and programs; coordinates staff to assure that effective nursing services are provided, and quality standards are met. Staffing consists of Registered Nurses, Unit Clerks, Equipment Techs, and other health care providers as needed. A multidisciplinary team approach to care is utilized. The function of the Assistant Nurse Manager is to develop and maintain an environment that supports the professional nurse and The Assistant Nurse Manager under general supervision organizes and directs the work of the NICU and programs; coordinates staff to assure that effective nursing services are provided, and quality standards are met. Staffing consists of Registered Nurses, Unit Clerks, Equipment Techs, and other health care providers as needed. A multidisciplinary team approach to care is utilized. The function of the Assistant Nurse Manager is to develop and maintain an environment that supports the professional nurse and Briefly describe the job’s primary purpose or contribution to the department or organization.

The Nurse Manager under general supervision organizes and directs the work of the NICU and programs; coordinates staff to assure that effective nursing services are provided, and quality standards are met. Staffing consists of Registered Nurses, Unit Clerks, Equipment Techs, and other health care providers as needed. A multidisciplinary team approach to care is utilized. The function of the Assistant Nurse Manager is to develop and maintain an environment that supports the professional nurse and staff.

Essential Functions and Behavioral Expectations:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required.

Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
Actively support and promote a professional practice model that encourages staff participation in the development of clinical standards that is collaborative, collegial and utilizes current trends and data in professional practice (clinical and administrative).Openly support and consistently communicate the mission of the unit and the organization. Serve as the collective voice for staff to communicate with administration. Serve as the staff and patient advocate to ensure optimal patient care.
Interface with patients and families to ensure that care is consistent with their expectations. Ensure active use of the nursing process for patients from admission to discharge and beyond. Serve as a professional role model and mentor to staff by responding positively to change while supporting colleagues through the change process. Serve as a change agent to facilitate communication and transition that supports the mission of the organization.
Assure coordination/participation of unit-based staff on department and organization wide councils/committees. Manage, supervise and coordinate delivery of patient care for assigned patient care area on a 24-hour basis. Ensure compliance with clinical patient care standards and established policies and procedures.
Assist Director with maintaining clinical competencies for assigned clinical area and provides bedside care as needed. Assess/coach and evaluate staff level of practice. Develop programs that foster continued clinical development from novice to expert to positively impact patient care and career satisfaction of staff.
Assist Director with maintaining required unit records, reports and statistics for administrative purposes. Ensures compliance with established hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality control (POCT); PI, safety, environment and infection control. Communicate requirements to staff and hold staff accountable to established requirements. Coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of policies and procedures designed to improve operational efficiency. Assist with coordination of QC/PI activities with appropriate staff.
Assist Director in overseeing various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, terminations and other related activities.
Coordinate the activities of nursing staff with other hospital personnel; accountable for the effective and efficient operation of the unit and staff including ensuring that orders, treatments, plans of care, clinical pathways are being carried out in a manner supportive of patient care and recovery. Ensure documentation of patient care is complete and accurate in accordance with hospital and unit policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the Director to determine fiscal requirements of the unit and assist with the preparation of budgetary recommendations. Monitor the level of resources utilized in service delivery and determines the appropriateness of resource consumption in the service. Develop action plans in conjunction with the Director to ensure budget and resource efficiency, and satisfaction with patient care delivery.
Promotes and monitors regulatory agency standards and customer service expectations for the practice of all aspects of nursing.
Promotes family centered concept by functioning as a liaison with the family, guest relations, and appropriate personnel.
Functions as a liaison with all service physicians and ancillary services on a day-to-day basis.
Develop policies, procedures and guidelines based on current evidence to ensure standard of care practices, quality and safety for all patients.
Supervise all neonatal patient care services from admission, stabilization, operative interventions through discharge.
Oversee quality improvement programs and the NICU Department Quality Committee, which reports to the hospital QPIC
Collaborate with the NMD, maternal program, consulting physicians, and nursing leaders and units providing neonatal care to include developing, implementing, or revising:

written policies, procedures, and guidelines for neonatal care that are implemented and monitored for variances
the neonatal QAPI Plan, specific reviews, and data initiatives;
criteria for transfer, consultation, or higher-level of care; and
staff competencies, education, and training;

Serve as Co-chair, NICU Oversight committee, which reports to the hospital MEC.

Develops collaborative relationships with other NPM(s) in DCH’s Perinatal Care Region and supports outreach programs.
ensure staff competency in resuscitation techniques
participate in ongoing staff and team-based education and training in the care of the neonatal patient
regularly and actively participate in neonatal care at the facility where program manager services are provided
consistently review the neonatal care provided and ensure the QAPI Plan is specific to neonatal/infant care, data driven, and outcome-based
frequently lead the meetings and participate in Neonatal Program Oversight and other neonatal meetings as appropriate; and
develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other NPMs of designated neonatal facilities within the applicable PCR.

Education and/or Experience:

Registration and current licensure in the State of Texas as appropriate.
BSN required, MSN preferred
Certification in area of specialty preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Licensed in State of Texas as an RN
NRP certified
PALS certified
Certification in specialty preferred

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