Unit Manager Medical Surgical - FT - Varied Shift

Hourly range: $52.10 - $70.40

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:        The work involves performing registered professional nursing

duties in the coordination of a designated patient care unit(s) on a twenty-four (24) hour basis. The incumbent manages, coordinates and evaluates the delivery of patient care in designated patient care unit(s) as performed by lower-level staff. Work is performed under the general supervision of higher-level professional and nursing/administrative staff. Supervision is exercised over lower-level professional, para-professional and support staff. Does related work as required.

 

TYPCIAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

Clinical:

Oversees the delivery of patient care in a designated unit(s);

Directs the overall professional practice of nursing, including but not limited to assessment, care planning, health teaching, discharge planning and Quality Improvement activities;

Coordinates patient care activities and nursing activities with those of other disciplines and departments;

Collaborates with medical staff to coordinate efficient and effective care;

Provides input into the formulation of patient care standards;

Serves as a resource person to nursing personnel and students;

Maintains proficiency in clinical area;

Completes a minimum of sixteen (16) hours clinical time on a patient care unit per month.

Managerial:

Ensures patient experience is optimal on unit;

Establishes goals and objectives for the unit that are consistent with the Erie County Medical Center strategic plan;

Ensures compliance with standards and policies of the Department of Nursing, hospital administration and accrediting agencies;

Ensures appropriate follow-up of identified educational needs and/or job performance issues;

Oversees the staffing and scheduling of personnel on the unit;

Develops and monitors unit budget to ensure the delivery of quality patient care in a cost effective manner;

Ensures development and implementation of an effective quality improvement plan in conjunction with the quality improvement coordinator;

Provides input into the development of productivity standards;

Evaluates productivity at the unit level;

Conducts meetings with unit staff on all shifts at least once per month to provide information, discuss problems and facilitate problem solving;

Participates in inter and intra departmental committees;

Participates in the interviewing and hiring of prospective employees;

Takes corrective action with personnel assigned to the unit, including implementation of progressive discipline process;

Promotes a positive image of the Erie County Medical Center and professional nursing in the community.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Thorough knowledge of principles, procedures and techniques of nursing standards in general and as they apply to designated patient care unit(s); thorough knowledge of principles of management as applied to nursing, JCAHO and other applicable agency standards; thorough  knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, accreditation standards, and ECMCC policies and procedures; ability to manage and supervise personnel; ability to develop interdisciplinary relationships; sound written and oral communication skills; ability to motivate staff and to initiate and manage change

 

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in a professional environment; ability to maintain professional demeanor during crisis situations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse constituency; ability to utilize a variety of electronic software applications; sound judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health or human services, or administration and three (3) years of clinical nursing experience, one (1) year of which was in medical/surgical nursing.

NOTE 1: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master’s degree in nursing or administration may be substituted for one (1) year of the required non-specialized clinical nursing experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse in New York State and maintenance throughout duration of appointment;

Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.

 

NOTE 2: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated t