Manager of Medical/Surgical Nursing Unit
DeaconessAbout the role
Job Overview:
Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer, the Nurse Manager provides the staff development expertise as a leader, educator, consultant, facilitator, change agent and researcher to nurses in the units. Supports the development of the bedside nurse and fosters empowerment through skills, experience and knowledge to achieve excellence during the delivery of evidence-based nursing practice. Requires the knowledge and skill of professional nursing theory and practice, leadership in administration, principles of effective teaching and learning, fiscal management and effective interpersonal relationships and communication. Assumes responsibility of care of patients as they move through the hospital and into other level of care in the organization and community. Twenty-four-hour accountability for assigned unit required.
Education:
Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing required
Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing preferred
Masters degree in related field preferred
Experience:
At least five (5) years previous experience in clinical unit required.
Three (3) years previous management experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with other health care professionals required
Excellent written and oral communication skills as well as independent thinking, judgment, organizational and prioritizing ability are a must
Excellent computer skills, to include familiarity with: Microsoft Office, email, payroll software, computerized charting, pyxis software, etc. required.
Licenses/Certificates:
License to practice in the State of Illinois
Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or certifications required upon hire.
Compensation:
Hourly Range $36.30-$54.44
Bonus:
Potential for a performance-based bonus, subject to eligibility criteria and achievement of defined metrics. Details regarding bonus eligibility and performance goals will be provided during the interview process or upon hire.
Incentives:
Eligible for evening/night, weekend shift incentive based on company policies and applicable job codes. Additional details will be provided during the interview process.
Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:
- Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
- Payactiv-earned wage benefit-work today, get paid tomorrow
- Career advancement opportunities
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