What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT NURSE MANAGER position at Carson Tahoe?
Description
US:NV:Carson City Emergency Department
Full Time Day Shift
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
Responsible for the leadership, coordination, and supervision of the specified unit(s) under their purview. Primary duties include responsibility of day-to-day operations, financial accountability, and upholding quality and safety patient standards. They will have direct oversight, where applicable, of the supervisor, charge nurse, nursing and support staff. The Nurse Manager will plan, direct, and evaluate total nursing care. Practices within the scope prescribed by the Nevada Nurse Practice Act.
Qualifications
Required:
- Current and unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) through the Nevada State Board of Nursing
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an acute care nurse and 2 years in a progressive leadership role or equivocal past experience
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
- Bachelor’s degree/or currently enrolled in Bachelor’s degree in nursing from college/university
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) for healthcare providers (Excluding BHS)
Preferred:
- Nationally recognized specialty certification related to department or leadership certification.
Unit Specific Requirements:
Intensive Care Unit
Required:
Must successfully complete National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification within three (3) months of hire or position entry
Must successfully complete Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) within six (6) months of hire or position entry
Emergency Department
Required:
American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for healthcare providers
Must successfully complete National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification within three (3) months of hire or position entry
Must successfully complete Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) within six (6) months of hire or position entry
Must successfully complete/maintain Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification or NRP instructor certification within six (6) months of hire or position entry
Behavioral Health
Required:
- Must successfully complete Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) within six (6) months of hire or position entry.
Preferred:
- Nationally recognized specialty certification relative to department or leadership certification.
Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada
- Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
- Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
- Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
- We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
- Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system
Our Benefits
- No State Income Tax
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
- Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
- 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonuses
- On Site Education & Certification Programs
- Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
- Free Calm App Subscription