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A hospital in Westchester County is currently seeking an experienced, license Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Medical-Surgical team as their new Assistant Nurse Manager!
Responsibilities
The Assistant Nurse Manager, Medical-Surgical will:
• Consult and collaborates with other health team members to coordinate and maximize the quality of patient care
• Support and participate in the orientation of new personnel to the unit
• Identify the learning needs of nursing staff in collaboration with the Nurse Manager and the Staff Development Instructor and organizes in-service programs for staff to facilitate introduction of current trends in clinical practice
• Make effective recommendations for hiring, firing, and performance appraisals for Nursing staff
• Provide staff counseling and direction for professional growth and positive behavior changes
• Develop and monitor guidelines and utilize data obtained to monitor compliance with patient care standards
• Identify, investigate, and report patient / environmental safety factors in collaboration with the Hospital Risk Manager
• Communicate pertinent patient and administrative information to other shifts
• Maintain adequate levels of supplies, assures the availability of emergency equipment and sees that equipment is maintained in proper working condition
• Participate in the development and implementation of unit policies and procedures and guidelines
• Provide input into the development of new and/or expanded programs
• Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Medical-Surgical background
• Solid assessment, clinical, and documentation skills
• Patient oriented
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized
Desired Skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
• Experience in a Leadership and/or Supervisory role
