Assistant Nurse Manager Mother Baby

About the role

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth means being part of a community dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Christ. We value each person's wholeness and strive to uplift them through comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Perform venous access procedures within the scope of RN licensure, ensuring proper technique and patient safety.
• Administer and monitor infusion therapy treatments, adjusting care plans based on patient responses and needs.
• Assess patients' conditions to determine appropriate venous access methods and address any complications.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients requiring venous access and infusion therapy.
• Provide patient education on venous access and infusion therapy to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Mentor and precept new staff by providing hands-on training, feedback, and fostering professional development.
• Resolve conflicts among staff promptly and effectively using mediation techniques to maintain a positive work environment and ensure team cohesion.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and hospital policies to maintain high standards of patient services and safety.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing [Preferred]
• Registered Nurse (RN) license [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Specific skills as delineated by the unit of employment (see competencies)
• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located.

Qualifications

• 1+ charge nurse or relevant leadership experience [Preferred]
• 1+ nursing experience within the acute care setting [Preferred]

Skills

• Ability to lead the employees of their unit in the delivery of patient care
• Ability to lead performance improvement initiatives on their assigned unit
• Ability to think critically in relation to the operations of the unit and delivery of patient care
• Able to assist and mentor others in relation to the technology utilized on the unit
• Able to influence relationships and behaviors in relation to meeting the needs of the unit
• Possess a broad nursing knowledge, leadership ability, accepts responsibility, exercises authority, and functions independently
• Possess insight for employee growth and development and the ability to do effective impartial counseling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including experience with an Electronic Health Record

Benefits

• All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One, Paid Time Off from Day One, 403-B Retirement Plan, 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave, Whole Person Well-being Resources, Mental Health Resources and Support, Pet Benefits

Schedule

• Full time
• Night shift (United States of America)

Pay

• $36.77 - $68.39

Additional Information

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.