Assoc Nurse Manager - Neuroscience
Company: UCHealth
Location: Lakewood
Posted on: September 16, 2021
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Job Description:
At UCHealth, we do things differently
We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of
every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the
extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado's largest
and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the
commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients
and their families. We foster a true human connection and give
people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at
UCHealth is more than a job, it's a passion.
Summary:
Assists the Nurse Manager in providing leadership at the
department/unit level to enhance patient safety and optimize
quality patient outcomes. Assumes delegated responsibility for
oversight of unit operations and professional practice
standards.
Work Schedule: Full Time Days
Location/Dept: Memorial Health Central - Neuroscience Unit
5C
This position's pay range starts at: $36.150000/hour.
An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon
organizational and individual performance.
UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive
total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this
package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement
plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance
with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing
education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits
such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees
and their family members have full access to our Employee
Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits
and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In
addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending
upon their need.
Responsibilities:
Assists the Nurse Manager with the evaluation of staff. Assists in
the development, implementation and evaluation of standards of care
for the unit and the patient population. Participates in providing
and monitoring staff competencies.
Actively coaches and develops staff, serving as a role model for
staff by demonstrating effective communication skills and
problem-solving techniques and in providing direct patient care.
Collaborates with the CNS/Educator to meet the educational needs of
the unit(s) to maintain continuity of care related to specific
patient-care requirements.
Assists with managing the provision of adequate resources including
the equitable distribution of work and matching of assigned
provider competency to patient needs. Facilitates processes to
improve patient throughput throughout the organization.
Works with the Nurse Manager to identify and resolve
operational/budgetary, patient, and personnel issues. Participates
in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care
protocols, guidelines and strategic initiatives.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive
judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be
able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate
action.
Requirements:
Essential:
* Basic Life Support
* Registered Nurse
Required License/Certification: State licensure as a Registered
Nurse (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any
relevant certification as determined at position level.
Minimum Experience: 3 years of experience in related clinical
areas.
Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent,
integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for
individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is
ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is
easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can
find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth,
we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a
meaningful career. There's no limits to your potential here.
Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and
perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our
institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer,
UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on
valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in
any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be
discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed,
color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental
or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity,
transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth
does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a
disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act
and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an
undue hardship on the organization.
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