Manager, Clinical III - Surgery

Surgical Support - South Campus

Location : Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133

Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.

Job Summary

Responsible for management and supervision of the daily activities of assigned nursing department. Assists in budgetary processes and planning. Minimum Education : Has completed the basic professional curricula of a school of nursing as approved and verified by a state board of nursing, and holds or is entitled to hold a diploma or degree therefrom. Licensure, Registration and / or Certification : Valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse License. Work Experience : 2 - 4 years related experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Working knowledge of general disease state management processes, bio-psychosocial model, and clinical pathways. Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner. Ability to be detail oriented as required in the examination of clinical and numerical data.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Manages Human Resources to provide cost-effective care and promote job satisfaction. Mentors staff using effective communication and problem solving skills. Evaluates, coaches and counsels nursing personnel to promote professional growth and continued improvement. Interprets hospital policy / procedures, monitors staff adherence, and takes appropriate corrective action. Assures staff competence and development of ongoing orientation and education. Assumes responsibility and accountability for planning and demonstrates competent fiscal management. Prepares annual budget, monitors, and analyzes budget reports monthly. Seeks ongoing opportunities for expense reduction. Adjusts resources to achieve planned outcomes. Assures appropriate and accurate charging. Plans for future capital replacement. Promotes interdisciplinary care and improved outcomes through collaboration with physicians and other caregivers. Provides leadership for development of care paths and guidelines of care for specific patient populations. Identifies best practices and outcomes to be improved. Assures ongoing update of standards, policies, and procedures. Assures ongoing process of feedback and continual improvement with staff. Communicates with appropriate personnel to promote continuity of patient care and resolution of problems. Initiates or recommends appropriate action for resolution of problems and follows through. Works with other departments to improve patient care, develops new programs, and communicates innovative solutions to problems. Promotes customer satisfaction through immediate follow-up on complaints. Directs performance improvement activities on unit and assures compliance with regulatory agencies. Develops systems which provide efficient transitions for patients through the healthcare system. Manages the admission, dismissal, and transfer of patients to promote a smooth, efficient flow. Decision Making : Independent judgment in making decisions from many diversified alternatives that are subject to general review in final stages only. Working Relationship : Direct Supervision of others. Prepares and gives performance evaluations. Works directly with patients and / or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above. Special Job Dimensions : Must meet and maintain the Clinical Manager Level Job Factors for Clinical Manager Level III.

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