Assistant Nurse Manager

The Nurse Manager will maintain shift accountability for the coordination and facilitation of the delivery of quality patient care on their unit. Encourages staff to achieve high performance standards through education and role modeling. Utilizes knowledge and expertise in participation of case management to provide comprehensive, coordinated, seamless care to patients and their significant others. Manages Human and Material Resources effectively and efficiently. Directs staff in Performance Improvement activities that improve patient outcomes, patient satisfaction and enhances organizational efficiency.

Responsibilities:
Work directly with the patient care team in identifying and solving patient problems/complaints.
Relay patient information to doctors and communicate with other health team members about a patient's care.
Provide information about care and treatment to patients and families.
Promote an atmosphere which facilitates collaboration and empowerment of staff.
Assess and evaluate staff competency.
Assist with ensuring adequate labor coverage.


Basic knowledge of regulatory agency requirements.
Ability to establish staffing patterns and staffing schedules required.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements:
NYS Registered Nurse License required.
Bachelor's degree in nursing required, master's preferred.
Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in health care management.
Experience in a team-based, collective bargaining environment desirable.