Nurse Manager RN Full Time Days

Description

Kindred Hospital Ontario helps patients return to the lives they love. At our 91-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. We also offer a seven-bed ICU to for treating particularly serious conditions.We are located just 4 miles from LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT) with popular restaurants and shops within a short driving distance.

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall direction and supervision of patient care activities and nursing personnel of a nursing unit(s). Coordinates and consults with the Director of Nursing and Clinical Services (DNCS) and COO/CCO as appropriate in assuring the Standards of Nursing Practice related to all nursing care areas are implemented and followed. Supervises nursing staff, assesses patients, and ensures quality nursing care is provided to all patients on assigned unit(s). Promotes company Policies and Values.

Essential Functions

• Understands the National Quality Program and works towards demonstrated excellence on the unit(s) assigned.
• Ensures adequate staffing for nursing unit(s)
• Supervises and evaluates designated nursing staff; assigns duties/assignments and coordinates nursing services based on patient acuity and daily census.
• Coordinates and directs staff to ensure that patient care is delivered safely and within the scope of hospital policies to meet the needs of the patients.
• Makes certain the execution of Bedside Shift Reports, Unit briefs and debriefs ensures patient, and staff have been informed of care delivery needs and plans to mitigate any safety issues identified. Coordinates and Incorporates actions needed to further patient care needs.
• Participates in developing nursing protocol and procedures.
• Ensures staff is competent to perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Escalates any circumstances, which may have a serious impact. Promotes a Speak Up Culture and support of a High Reliability Organization (HRO).
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team to ensure adequate and appropriate care delivery.
• Demonstrates ability to assist staff and physicians with providing patient care if needed; ensures clinical services are conducted and documented appropriately.
• Assesses and formulates teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning to ensure staff is competent.
• Maintains supply inventory records; orders supplies and equipment, as necessary.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family.
• Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers
• Promotes adherence to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Agreement by monitoring employee performance and identifying and responding to compliance issues.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%.
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Pay range: $107K - $136K/Yr

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
  
  

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse in the State
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience in healthcare administration/management.
• Graduate level education may substitute on a year-to-year basis for the required experience.