What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mgr of Clinical Nursing position at Lawrence County Memorial Hospital?
At LCMH, we pride ourselves on being more than just a healthcare facility; we are a cornerstone of our charming small town. As a critical access hospital, we provide essential medical services to our community with a personal touch that larger hospitals often can't offer.
Why Work With Us?
- Community-Centered Care: Our hospital is deeply integrated into the fabric of our town. You'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, making a real difference in their lives.
- Supportive Environment: We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where every team member is valued. Our staff is like family, and we work together to ensure the best outcomes for our patients.
- Professional Growth: We are committed to the professional development of our employees. You'll have access to ongoing training and education opportunities to help you grow in your career.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the benefits of living and working in a small town, where you can achieve a healthy work-life balance. Our location offers a peaceful, friendly atmosphere with a strong sense of community.
Join Us Today
If you are passionate about providing high-quality healthcare and want to be part of a team that truly cares, Lawrence County Memorial Hospital is the place for you. Together, we can continue to provide exceptional care to our community.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
The Nurse Manager of Clinical Nursing is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a clinical nursing unit or department. This role combines clinical expertise with leadership and administrative responsibilities to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. The Nurse Manager acts as a liaison between nursing staff and hospital administration, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Leadership & Management
- Supervise and coordinate nursing staff activities.
- Recruit, hire, train, and mentor nursing personnel.
- Conduct performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions.
- Develop staffing schedules and ensure adequate coverage.
- Clinical Oversight
- Ensure adherence to clinical standards, protocols, and best practices.
- Monitor patient care quality and safety.
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Administrative Duties
- Manage departmental budgets, including staffing and supplies.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
- Implement and update nursing policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational regulations.
- Quality Improvement
- Lead initiatives to improve patient care and operational efficiency.
- Analyze data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
- Promote staff education and professional development.
- Communication
- Serve as a point of contact for patient and family concerns.
- Facilitate effective communication between staff and leadership.
Position Skills & Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must clearly demonstrate all required competencies. The education/experience, certifications, skills, physical demands, and work environment described below further define requirements associated with this position. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills required. Strong relationship and communication with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and clinical leaders required. Continual industry and job specific education required.
Education/Experience:
- Education: BSN preferred
- Licensure: Active RN license in state of practice.
- Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience in emergency services; prior leadership & EPIC experience strongly preferred.
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS required.
- Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities; proficiency in EHR systems; knowledge of healthcare regulations and emergency care standards.
Salary & Benefits:
- Salary: The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
- Benefits: Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefit package that includes generous PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance. Details on benefits are available upon request.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Education
Preferred- Bachelors or better in Nursing
- Associates or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Registered Nurse
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Salary : $78,748 - $100,535