Nurse Manager

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Position Purpose:  Supervise assigned nurses and medical support staff.  Implement and coordinate all nursing care and infection control activities for clients and staff.  Provide and monitor continuity of nursing program services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.   Participate as a team member in the delivery of addictions treatment services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations. 

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements:

• A current Illinois RN license
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Behavioral health nursing experience preferred
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to navigate and document in electronic healthcare records required.
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the time frames 

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Work hours prescribed and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
2. Ensure delivery of high standard of nursing care and safety practices for clients and employees.
3. Prepare staff schedule to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
4. Supervise the assigned nurses and medical support staff including orientation, training, regular supervisory meetings and/or feedback, scheduled evaluations and disciplinary interventions as required.
5. Coordinate and oversee all aspects of nursing activities for clients, including and ongoing case management.
6. Oversee/supervise behavioral interventions of all clients considered high risk for aggression or self-harm and establish realistic safety precautions, which could include transfer to a more appropriate level of care or an acute care facility.
7. Assume responsibility for the physical maintenance of the unit and request necessary repairs or services from the Administrator or Environmental Services Supervisor.
8. Consult with leadership and medical providers to develop policies, goals, objectives and procedures for nursing services..
9. Serve as a health consultant and resource person to clients, parents, non-medical personnel and participate in health education of clients, either directly or through supervision.
10. Be sensitive to and act upon any medical or emotional crisis.
11. Ensure that client service records are maintained consistent with DMH, TJC and Medicaid regulations. Including not limited to accurate and timely documentation
12. Develop, implement and revise best practices to ensure up to date nursing practices.
13. Develop a system to identify, track and review core competencies for all health services positions.
14. Be responsible for Infection Control throughout affiliates and prepare necessary reports. Maintain knowledge of current infection control techniques.
15. On call 24 hours for administrative availability and accessibility.
16. Collect performance improvement data relating to nursing care.
17. Be responsible for the training, testing and quality control.
18. Serve as a member of the Administrative Team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
19. Understand and comply with all of the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
20. Perform all responsibilities in compliance with the mission, vision, values and expectations of Rosecrance.
21. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
22. Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance.
23. Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by management.

Schedule: 8-hour shifts

• Shift: 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Monday through Friday

Work Location: Rockford, IL

• Onsite

Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary based on education, experience, and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance and licensure/certification reimburs