Clinical Assistant Manager

Primary Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Manager or their designee, acts as a liaison for the Unit Manager between nursing departments, ancillary departments, administration and staff. The Assistant Manager is responsible to the Unit Manager for compliance to appropriate nursing care standards. The Assistant Manager will facilitate staff development through delivery of evidenced based nursing practice. Supports advancement of the emergency nurse and fosters empowerment through nursing knowledge by facilitating the educational process through assessment, development, planning, implementation and evaluation of competency, continuing education and leadership progress. This position requires a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. As part of the WGH team, conducts themselves professionally and with ALOHA Values at all times. Serves as an active role model for the organization’s Mission, Vision and ALOHA Values.

As a member of the healthcare industry, Wahiawa General Hospital is committed to excellent customer service to our residents and patients, their families, vendors, to one another, and the general public. Our priority is to fulfill the Hospital's Mission, Vision and Aloha Values at all times.

OUR MISSION
Meet the healthcare needs and exceed the expectations of our patients and customers…

· by partnering with other community organizations to address the medical care and well-being of the communities of Central Oahu and the North Shore;

· by using the total teamwork/quality-first concepts;

· by implementing cost effective operational solutions; and

· by addressing the emerging healthcare needs of the people we serve.

OUR VISION
Recognized for delivering high-quality healthcare service at every level of the organization…

• to be the healthcare provider of choice for the people of Central Oahu and the North Shore;
• to provide high-quality healthcare services, close to home;
• to be the workplace of choice for our employees and medical providers;
• while confronting whatever challenges the future brings.

OUR ALOHA VALUES

A Attention ‘Imi Ola The value of mission and vision; to “seek best life”

L Loyalty Ho‘omau The value of perseverance; to persist, to continue, to perpetuate; never give up

O Ohana Kakou The value of communication; learn to speak the language of “we”

H Honor Ho‘ohanohano To honor the dignity of others; cultivate respectfulness and respect all others

A Appreciation Mahalo “Thank you” as a way of living; being grateful for all things

Essential Duties

• Serve as a resource person for the nursing staff within the unit or other units
• Serve as a preceptor role model in the clinical setting for staff and affiliating students
• In conjunction with the unit manager, coordinate and assure appropriate staffing and scheduling
• Participate in the selection of staff members who may serve as preceptors
• Act as a member of the patient care service and Leadership Team; collaborate with and guide the interdisciplinary team members in achieving patient outcomes
• Assist with planning, developing, facilitating and evaluating the implementation of services provided on the unit and assure compliance with established standards and regulatory requirements
• Assist the Unit Manager in promoting unit specific and interdepartmental teamwork by setting behavioral and performance standards that incorporate our mission, vision and core values
• Oversee and direct the professional staff in providing high quality services to include accurate documentation
• Participate in Quality Improvement and departmental projects
• Flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department
• Ensure department QA goals are achieved
• Promote growth and development of staff through ongoing education based on evidence based practice
• Assist the Unit Manager in reviewing and evaluating the staff to ensure clinical compliance

14. Attend to all communication and correspondence on a timely basis

Other Duties

1. Follow hospital’s Corporate Compliance Program

2. Adhere to hospital and departmental work rules, policies, procedures, and Employee Handbook

3. Perform all job-related duties with ALOHA Values at all times in all interactions

4. Maintain hospital’s health and safety requirements including PPD, fit testing, wearing PPE, etc.

• Maintain a safe environment for patients/residents, hospital staff and all others as appropriate
• Employment is subject to being fully vaccinated or having a WGH approved COVID-19 Vaccine Exemption prior to providing services for the facility
• Attend all organization mandatory in-services as scheduled
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

1. Able to demonstrate effective communication through problem solving and organizational skills

2. Ability to cooperate with other members of the health care team and provide leadership to all members of the team in collaboration with the Unit Manager

3. Able to convey information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner

4. Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to plan and provide care appropriate to the age and special needs of patients served

5. Ability to function independently and work effectively with staff, patients, hospital personnel and other support providers

6. Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in the English language sufficiently to perform job duties well

7. Typing skills sufficiently adequate to produce accurate medication labels and/or to input data into the pharmacy computer system

8. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work harmoniously and effectively with all with professional and non-professional staff, and deal tactfully with personnel, residents/patients, family members, visitors, government agencies, physicians, and the general publi.

9. Excellent time management, multi-tasking and prioritization skills to meet strict, fluid deadlines, and unforeseen and/or urgent event.

Education

1. ADN, ASN, BSN (preferred) from an accredited School of Nursing.

Experience

1. Five (5) years experience as a registered nurse within the immediately preceding seven (7) years, including three (3) years in specialty area

2. Two (2) years as a charge nurse, head nurse, supervisor or comparable position preferred

Licensure/Certifications

1. Current RN licensure by the State of Hawaii and a passing score on the medication examination

2. Current BLS and ACLS certification; must be able to physically perform CPR

Enhanced Qualifications:

1. MSN or MS in related fields

2. ACLS certification

Working Conditions

1. Air conditioned, well lighted environment.

2. Exposure to noxious odors; infectious and contagious diseases; body fluids and wastes; bloodborne pathogens.

3. Subject to frequent interruptions.

4. May work beyond normal working hours.

5. Interact with other departments and personnel and outside contacts.

Equipment Use

• Use of Protective Personal Equipment as appropriate
• Medical equipment and monitoring devices
• General Office Equipment

Mental and Physical Demands

• Frequent reaching, sitting, bending, pushing, pulling, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time

2. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to meet the essential duties of the position

• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds with or without assistive devices

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• nursing: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ACLS Certification (Preferred)
• Hawaii RN license (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $76,900 - $97,400