Endoscopy Assistant Nurse Manager

Description

The Assistant Nurse Manager (Clinical Supervisor RN) is responsible for overseeing the daily clinical operations of two endoscopy centers. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care by providing clinical leadership, supervising nursing staff, supporting workflow efficiency, and promoting professional development. The Assistant Nurse Manager upholds clinical standards, enforces policies and procedures, and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements within the RN scope of practice.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Staff Management

· Assign and delegate tasks based on staff competency and patient needs.

· Monitor performance, provide feedback, and address performance or behavior concerns.

· Conduct staff evaluations and provide coaching to enhance clinical skillsets.

· Coordinate and deliver ongoing education, training, and competency assessments.

· Participate in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new clinical staff.

Clinical Oversight

· Review patient charts and care plans to ensure accuracy and quality of care.

· Monitor patient status, identify complications, and initiate appropriate interventions.

· Investigate safety concerns and follow incident-reporting procedures, including follow-up.

· Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.

· Ensure compliance with clinical standards, accreditation requirements, and policies.

· Maintain adequate supplies and ensure proper equipment functionality on the unit.

Quality Improvement

· Identify opportunities to enhance patient safety, care outcomes, and efficiency.

· Review and analyze clinical data to identify trends or areas for improvement.

· Participate in root-cause analyses and implement corrective or preventive actions.

· Support ongoing quality and safety initiatives across both centers.

Education & Training

· Provide in-service education on new procedures, protocols, and best practices.

· Support staff development, continuing education, and competency programs.

· Serve as a clinical resource and role model for nursing staff.

Leadership & Communication

· Lead and motivate the clinical care team to achieve operational and quality goals.

· Facilitate effective communication among team members, physicians, patients, and families.

· Address and resolve patient or family concerns in a timely, professional manner.

· Provide leadership during emergencies, guiding team actions and coordinating care.

Administrative Responsibilities

· Create and manage staff schedules, ensuring adequate daily coverage; may fill in when needed.

· Maintain employee files, competencies, and required documentation.

· Assist with monitoring safety, infection control, and quality-related measures.

· Support budget oversight, resource allocation, and inventory management.

· Participate in performance improvement initiatives and required reporting.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university.
• One to three years of related experience and/or training.
• Maintain knowledge, skills, and competencies through ongoing education.
• Complete all mandatory reviews and assigned educational requirements.
• Demonstrates a commitment to meeting and exceeding employee and patient expectations in the performance of job functions.
• Retains all accreditations, licenses, and professional designations in good standing.
• Maintains compliance with all laws and applicable regulatory requirements and responds promptly to required changes.

 Specialized Knowledge, Certificates, and Licensure

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina or a compact state.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Office: Standard office equipment; work is typically performed in a setting free from disagreeable elements.
• Travel: Travel is required. This position requires routine travel between multiple CDHA endoscopy centers.

In addition to the above, the performance of other related duties may be required.