RN Clinical Manager - Surgery Center

Why ThedaCare?

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work / life balance. If you're interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness

• Lifestyle Engagement

e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support

e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

Summary

The RN Clinical Manager is accountable for 24 / 7 oversight of the day-to-day operations of the department through implementation of strategy, policy, direction, and action planning. Analyzes, develops, and implements methods and systems to improve overall efficiency and effectiveness of services. Creates an environment that promotes the provision of patient-centered, specialized, and evidence-based nursing care across the continuum through an inter-professional approach to treatment, research, education, and advocacy. Contributes to the goals of the department and the department of nursing. Is accountable for the delivery of compassionate and safe care within the scope of practice as defined by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and ThedaCare policy. Is responsible for patient outcomes that meet high quality of care standards.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities :

Effectively manages team members in a manner consistent with ThedaCare policies and values. Ensures the recruitment and retention of competent team members to meet the needs of the business operations of the department.

Is accountable for daily activities and work processes that result in quality outcomes.

Oversees and ensures accuracy of time and attendance and payroll practices.

Assists team members in understanding how their day-to-day jobs contribute to ThedaCare strategy.

Develops collaborative relationships with all members of the care team and departments.

Is responsible for effective communication and appropriate escalation of clinical and operational issues to the director.

Supports shared decision making and shared governance. Coordinates the professional nurse and other team members' participation in decisions regarding patient care delivery, work / practice environment, and operational activities that affect daily work flow.

Ensures team members are properly trained and informed of procedures, policies, and processes that result in high reliability, safety, and quality outcomes.

Supports research and innovation to promote advancement of the nursing profession and the health care environment in area of specialty. Utilizes research findings and evidence-based practice to establish standards, practices, and patient care models that are outcome-driven and patient-centered.

Leads by example to support operations and hardwire accountability. Provides mentoring and opportunities for growth for team members to meet their professional goals.

Manages daily staffing plan to meet productivity standards and the needs of the patient.

Works with the director to develop action plans related to budget and budget variances. Contributes to the preparation and implementation of the annual budget. Collaborates when making decisions that have long term impact on cost-effective care.

Is responsible for the coordination of activities and ensures continual compliance with regulatory standards (i.e., The Joint Commission, CMS, and AHCA).

Demonstrates, anticipates, and proactively manages risks to prevent crises.

Qualifications :

Bachelor of science degree in nursing

Five years of progressive responsibility in a healthcare setting

Three years of leadership experience to include leading teams and / or projects

Current Wisconsin RN license

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)

Physical Demands :

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance.

Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties.

Auditory and visual ability to assess and provide nursing care

Work Environment :

Ability to move throughout hospital departments and floors on a daily basis

Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments

Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock

Occasional high noise level in work environment

Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents

Standing and / or walking for extended periods of time

Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and / or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed

Occasional contact with aggressive and combative patients

Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

Responsible for the Surgery Department, the RN Clinical Manager is also an integral part of the ThedaCare New London Nursing Leadership Team.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Scheduled FTE

Location

ThedaCare Medical Center - New London - New London, Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt

Yes