Assistant Nurse Manager/Clinical Nurse Educator, Emergency Department

Summary:

The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM)/Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) works in partnership with the nurse manager to support and lead the daily operations of the units as well as meet the educational requirements of the staff.  The ANM/CNE is expected to adhere to system and department compliance policies and any applicable laws and regulations.  The ANM/CNE is expected to assume accountability and responsibility for translating the philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of the medical center/hospital and the nursing service into effective action under the guidance of the Nurse Manager.  The ANM/CNE demonstrates BH operating principles and behaviors.  Responsibility is centralized within five major areas:  Clinical Practice and Quality Outcomes, Human Resource Leadership, Management of the Environment, Financial Growth and Stewardship and Operational Planning.

The ANM/CNE is responsible, with assistance from the Nurse Manager, in the implementation and evaluation of the orientation of new employees, educational programs, certification programs, and remedial programs as needed to maintain a safe level of care; along with the coordination of the student nurse clinical experience in the department.  Works with Nurse Manager to ensure the competence of the nurse preceptors and mentors that are identified to fulfill these roles along with scheduling preceptors and mentors for all new staff and student interns. The ANM/CNE is responsible for maintaining the educational records according to BH policies.  The ANM/CNE is a member of the Professional Development Council and the facilitator of the Unit based Clinical Nurse Practice committees.  In collaboration with the Nurse Manager, the ANM/CNE is responsible for input into the annual performance evaluations of all staff on the unit, as well as day to day coaching, mentoring and role modeling.  The ANM/CNE, along with the Nurse Manager, performs QI review, collecting and compilation of data and works to hold staff accountable to these measures. In collaboration with the Nurse Manager the ANM/CNE will review the results of data and identify educational opportunities for staff with the purpose of improving the care of patients leading to improved outcomes.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Clinical Practice and Quality Outcomes the ANM/CNE administers direct nursing care to patients and serves as a clinical resource and role model of clinical excellence for staff.  Delivers on service promise as evidenced by metrics in all unit practices and programs.  Provides leadership collaboratively with the Nurse Manager in proactively developing quality driven and cost-effective initiatives. Initiates and partners with the Nurse Manager to lead and achieve outcomes in service-based performance improvement efforts.

2) Human Resource Leadership:  The ANM/CNNE in collaboration with the Nurse Manager leads a positive work environment that facilitates the delivery of excellent patient and caregiver experiences. Staffs are highly engaged, as evidenced by relevant metrics. Individual and collective practices reflect the Core principles of Magnet. Initiates and manages necessary change, providing support and resources to staff. Seeks opportunities to build working alliances with other professional groups. Creates opportunities for Shared Governance in order to effectively solve problems. In alignment with the Nurse Manager, is responsible for: recruiting & hiring; staff development; recognition; retention; establishing performance expectation for success; delivering performance appraisals and implementing corrective actions.

3) Management of the Patient Care Environment: The ANM/CE is a leader who is highly visible on the patient care unit and is responsible for the effective management of patient progress and outcomes of care. Leads collaborative efforts with other departments and disciplines to meet patient care needs. Accountable for unit issues in collaboration with the Nurse Manager, including the adequacy of appropriate materials and equipment, until resolution occurs.

4) Financial Growth and Stewardship:  The ANM/CNE is accountable to manage within budget in collaboration with the Nurse Manager as evidenced by metrics. Stewards financial resources and promotes growth by developing business plans and budget for their unit in collaboration with the Nurse Manager per organizational goals and other relevant factors. Establishes expectations with the Nurse Manager and holds accountable staff regarding the delivery of high quality, affordable care. Responds to budget variances in a proactive, timely manner in partnership with the Nurse Manager.

5) Operational Planning:  The ANM/CNNE, in concert with the Nurse Manager, sets a progressive pace for performance imp