Job Title: Nurse Manager

Company: Food Allergy Institute

Location: Long Beach, CA

Hours: Full Time; Non-Exempt; M-F 7:45AM-5PM (Onsite)

Who We Are:

Founded in 2015, Food Allergy Institute (FAI) is a cutting-edge research and clinical care center revolutionizing food allergy treatment among the pediatric population. Our Tolerance Induction Program™ is the first of its kind, bringing patients to the point where they can eat whatever they want, whenever they want, without having to worry about any kind of reaction. The success of FAI is built on years of development involving proprietary biomarkers, data analytics and modeling systems which allow unique patient specific therapy to be deployed in the clinic setting and at home safely.

Why FAI?

The Food Allergy Institute is home to many innovative thinkers, problem solvers, and passionate leaders. The work we do is truly life-changing for our patients and their families; each member of our team will experience how their role supports our mission! FAI provides a challenging and rewarding environment where employees’ talents are leveraged, ideas are encouraged and growth is always inspired. 

FAI currently employs over 100 employees! Our diverse team includes roles such as: Physicians in the specialties of Pediatrics, Pulmonary, Allergy, Emergency Medicine, and Immunology, as well as Nurse Practitioners and Physicians Assistants, and a PhD level research team. In the food allergy world, the growth of FAI is unique in reflecting the effectiveness of its treatment approach and the supportive environment fostered by its team of professionals. 

Who Are We Looking For?

We are looking for a dynamic, empathetic and flexible Nurse Manager that will enjoy working in a pediatric clinic. They must be able to work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.

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Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• PTO Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401K Plan (matched)
• Professional Development
• Paid Training
• Company Sponsored Events
• Competitive Rates
• Paid Family Leave
• Growth Opportunities

Essential Functions:

• Oversee clinical operations including patient care services, escalations, and staffing for designated clinics.
• Manage and develop a diverse team of support staff.
• Establish, analyze, and improve clinic processes and policies through evidence based research and best practice standards.
• Improve quality and productivity of clinical operations.
•  Understand how to manage a reaction event and how to perform, read and skill validate for all procedures performed in clinic; patch placements, skin testing, PFT, eNo’s, medication administration.
•  Ensure efficient patient throughput by overseeing team members roles in relation to processes.
• Develop Professional Development Plans in coordination with staff as outlined in Professional Advancement Tier Structure to foster performance improvement.
• Quality Improvement based on safety audits to ensure best practice and safety standards maintained.
•  Adhere to clinical operations budget and maintain financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with all protocols, SOPs, and company policies relating to ethics and compliance standards and all other laws and regulations applicable to clinic location.
• Oversee the interviewing, onboarding and training of clinical staff as needed.
• Foster a highly-effective work unit through team building and collaboration.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with organizational leaders.
• Develop and track data analytics based treatment delivery and maintain Nursing Manager metrics.

Qualifications:

● 5 years experience working in a clinical or healthcare setting required

● 7 years of proven success in leadership role required

● State of California Registered Nurse (RN) License required
● Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
● Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required
● Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
● Experience with staff scheduling required
● Experience with patient scheduling required
● Experience in ER/OR strongly preferred
● Allergy/Immunology or Pediatric Pulmonary experience preferred
● Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations including the requirements of the
HIPAA and OSHA and applicable state rules and regulations pertinent to medical practices
● Experience with Athena highly preferred

FAI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. FAI is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

Please note that FAI has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all employees. We believe this approach to be most effective in ensuring the continued safety of our team and our patients, and congruent with the local and national guidance provided to workers within the healthcare industry. Should you choose to join the organization, you will be required to submit appropriate documentation within the first 45 days of employment. FAI will make reasonable accommodations due to disability or religious reasons, as required by law. Temporary deferrals may also be requested (i.e. pregnancy or recent COVID-19 illness).