Medical / Surgical Department Manager
Location : Topeka, KS
Shift : First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Hours per week : 40
Exemption Status : Exempt
A Brief Overview
Responsible for the overall operations of the Medical / Surgical departments. Engages and maintains partnerships throughout the system and community to facilitate a multi-disciplinary approach for planning and implementing clinical protocols and practice in the care of the acutely ill and injured population. Leads practice innovations that produce quality outcomes and a culture of safety. Builds a strong team through recruitment, retention, education, and competencies.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing (BSN) Required
Experience Qualifications
3 years Nursing experience. Required
1 year Supervising or managing others. Required
A3 and / or LEAN experience. Preferred
Skills and Abilities
Knowledge / understanding of the department standards related to the care of the acutely ill or injured patient. Demonstrated success in clinical practice and team building. (Required proficiency)
Ability to lead through influence in a complex system environment. (Required proficiency)
Good organizational skills and the ability to coordinate and delegate work assignments; to set priorities and accomplish a wide variety of tasks. (Required proficiency)
Knowledge of the administrative, professional and clinical organization of Stormont-Vail HealthCare. (Required proficiency)
Ability to work collaboratively with the Director and other department physicians and staff. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - KSBN A multistate license with the ability to practice within the State of Kansas is also accepted. Required
Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.
BLS RQI, CPR or ACLS certifications may be required in lieu of or in addition to BLS depending on department. Must have within 90 days of hire.
What You Will Do
Promotes effective relationships among all disciplines to achieve quality outcomes and a culture of safety.
Engages in creating an Interprofessional environment that promotes respect, trust, and integrity while remaining diverse and inclusive.
Supports the direction and vision of the organization and is able to communicate and lead change, influence others, and resolve conflict.
Embraces and leads practice innovations and role performance to promote ongoing personal and professional growth among team members.
Mentors team and others to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Responsible for sound fiscal management to include staffing, allocating resources, and coordinating expenditures for equipment and supplies. Assists Director with creating and managing operating and capital budget.
Demonstrates authority, ownership, accountability, and responsibility for appropriate delegation of nursing care.
Must be able to link organization objectives and strategic planning to department goals and operations.
Coordinates patient care management across the system, including planning and implementing of clinical protocols and practice.
Monitors clinical outcomes and system issues related to quality of care and regulatory standards and enforces compliance.
Recruits and interviews applicants. Able to maintain, make adjustments, and communicate position control.
Accountable to developing staff through education and competencies.
Responsible for staff performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback and ongoing coaching.
Maintains appropriate standards for discipline and termination in collaboration with the Director.
Travel Requirements
20% Travel between departments or clinics as necessary.
Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned
Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Remote Work Capability
Hybrid
Scope
Has Supervisory Responsibility
No Budget Responsibility
Physical Demands
Balancing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Carrying : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Climbing (Ladders) : Rarely less than 1 hour
Climbing (Stairs) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Crawling : Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Driving (Automatic) : Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Standard) : Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye / Hand / Foot Coordination : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Feeling : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Grasping (Fine Motor) : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Grasping (Gross Hand) : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Handling : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Hearing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Kneeling : Rarely less than 1 hour
Lifting : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs
Operate Foot Controls : Rarely less than 1 hour
Pulling : Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs
Pushing : Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs
Reaching (Forward) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
Reaching (Overhead) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
Repetitive Motions : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Sitting : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Standing : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Stooping : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Talking : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Walking : Frequently 3-5 Hours
Working Conditions
Burn : Rarely less than 1 hour
Chemical : Rarely less than 1 hour
Combative Patients : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Dusts : Rarely less than 1 hour
Electrical : Rarely less than 1 hour
Explosive : Rarely less than 1 hour
Extreme Temperatures : Rarely less than 1 hour
Infectious Diseases : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Mechanical : Rarely less than 1 hour
Needle Stick : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Noise / Sounds : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Other Atmospheric Conditions : Rarely less than 1 hour
Poor Ventilation, Fumes and / or Gases : Rarely less than 1 hour
Radiant Energy : Rarely less than 1 hour
Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs : Rarely less than 1 hour
Hazards (other) : Rarely less than 1 hour
Vibration : Rarely less than 1 hour
Wet and / or Humid : Rarely less than 1 hour
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications : race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of
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