Job Description
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :
1. 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.
2. Is accountable for daily activities and work processes that result in quality outcomes.
3. Oversees and ensures accuracy of time and attendance and payroll practices.
4. Assists team members in understanding how their day-to-day jobs contribute to ThedaCare strategy.
5. Develops collaborative relationships with all members of the care team and departments.
6. Is responsible for effective communication and appropriate escalation of clinical and operational issues to the director.
7. 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.
8. Ensures team members are properly trained and informed of procedures, policies, and processes that result in high reliability, safety, and quality outcomes.
9. 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.
10. Leads by example to support operations and hardwire accountability. Provides mentoring and opportunities for growth for team members to meet their professional goals.
11. Manages daily staffing plan to meet productivity standards and the needs of the patient.
12. 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.
13. Is responsible for the coordination of activities and ensures continual compliance with regulatory standards (i.e., The Joint Commission, CMS, and AHCA).
14. 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.
I understand that this is a summary of job responsibilities and does not create contractual terms and conditions and is subject to change in order to meet organizational needs.
My employment with ThedaCare is at-will .
I have read and understand the job description for my position. I agree to comply with the corporate policy and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct relating to my position.
As team member, I understand my duty to report any suspected violation of law or the standards of conduct to my immediate supervisor or the Corporate Compliance Officer.
Team Member Signature Date
Scheduled Weekly Hours :
Scheduled FTE : Location :
Location :
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Neenah - Neenah,Wisconsin
Overtime Exempt :