Emergency Department Manager

Time Type: Full time Hours Per Pay Period: 80 Shift: Day Shift Minimum: Depending on Experience Maximum: Depending on Experience(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job in a full-time 40 hour per week position) Department: Patient Care Services Division Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site. The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees. Job Description: Manager Emergency Department Responsible for daily and overall operation of the Emergency Department, including staff performance, patient care processes and outcomes, patient/family satisfaction, and prudent resource management. EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Code of Conduct and support the Bay Area Hospital Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical. POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for daily and overall operation of the Emergency Department, including staff performance, patient care processes and outcomes, patient/family satisfaction, and prudent resource management. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Continually assesses process and effectiveness of overall patient care on the unitSelects and supervises unit staffMonitors and evaluates staff performance/competency on an ongoing basis and in collaboration with the employeeRecognizes employee’s strengthsIdentifies employee’s work-related needs and goalsDevelops performance improvement plans, as neededWhen necessary, is able to initiate and follow through with disciplinary processesIn collaboration with unit staff and Clinical & Professional Development staff, identifies and develops plans to address staff learning/competency improvement needsActs as a clinical resource for staffDevelops unit-specific policies, procedures, and clinical competencies using evidence-based standards of carePrepares and monitors unit budget(s)/productivity. Identifies cost-effective systems needed to support the business of the department, taking into account business trends, resource availability, and changes in patient mixInteracts with patients, seeks staff input, and analyzes unit patient satisfaction data to identify areas for improvementEnsures unit performance conforms with hospital-wide quality and patient safety goalsDevelops, monitors, and evaluates unit-specific quality improvement indicators, in collaboration with Quality DivisionDevelops and maintains effective working relationships with unit co-workers, physicians, vendors, other departments and members of the healthcare teamFacilitates participation of unit staff in evaluation of new products and equipment, as appropriate/requestedCollaborates with Director and other managers to assess overall staffing patterns, need for RN contract servicesInvestigates and addresses unit-specific physician complaints, seeks assistance from Director and/or Chief Nursing Officer when indicated SKILLS AND ABILITIES Able to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English languageStrong nursing knowledge and skills in clinical area(s) of responsibilityExercises good judgment, demonstrates effective critical thinking skillsFlexible, able to prioritize and address multiple responsibilities concurrentlyWorks effectively under stress and frequently changing job requirements/situationsMaintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing or related field or complete within two yearsLicensed as Registered Nurse in the state of OregonAmerican Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) requiredOrganization approved workplace violence training or obtain within 6 months of hireAmerican Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Emergency Nurses’ Association Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course card or obtain within 1 year of hireCCRN or CEN certification preferredTrauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) card preferredMaster’s degree in Nursing or related field preferredSpecialty certification in area of responsibility preferred EXPERIENCE Five years experience in acute care hospital in past 10 yearsTwo years managerial or leadership experience in past 5 years GENERAL INFORMATION Union Affiliation: None The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required. Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequentlyPossess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needsNeeds adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color visionRequires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objectsAble to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchairMay be required to lift up to 75 poundsMust use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluidsNeeds ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephoneRequires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES Support the organization’s mission, vision and values by adhering to the behavioral standards of Bay Area Hospital. Comply with all laws and regulations affecting Bay Area Hospital. Be familiar with and adhere to the Code of Conduct and support the Bay Area Hospital Compliance Program. Effective communication skills and the ability work effectively with people from various backgrounds are critical. Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequentlyPossess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needsNeeds adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color visionRequires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objectsAble to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchairMay be required to lift up to 75 poundsMust use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluidsNeeds ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephoneRequires significant use of personal computer, phone and general office equipment Compensation Grade: J Compensation Grade Profile: J - Salaried Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Anti-Retaliation Notice