Manager - Nursing - FT - McAllen

About the role

Performs the primary function of a professional nurse leader in assessing, planning, directing, and evaluating nursing care provided to patients. The Manager- RN shall oversee and guide nursing employees that are under their supervision. Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or ancillary departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions. As a salaried employee, may on occasion work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, and/or on an on-call status.

Responsibilities

Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills. This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

Qualifications

2 years previous RN experience in same or similar unit(s) covered by position required or 1 year previous RN experience in same or similar unit(s) within an STHS facility. 1-3 year’s previous supervisory experience. Willingness to be cross-trained to other unit areas.

Education / Licensure

Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Texas, or part of a compact state license, or has a valid temporary RN license for the State of Texas while waiting to receive the permanent license. BSN preferred. Must possess an Associate Degree, Baccalaureate Degree or Diploma from a School of Nursing or University. Effective July 1, 2018: Must have a bachelor’s degree in Nursing (or Bachelor’s in related field) on hire or current Managers will be enrolled in a BSN program with degree completion no later than July 1, 2020; internal promotions will enroll into BSN program within 6 months of transition to Manager’s role.

Skills

• Must have and maintain current certifications, according to unit specific needs.
• Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program (for any and all certifications applicable through the AHA program)
• BCLS/CPR: Must be current upon hire and thereafter
• ACLS: If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire; or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times
• PALS or ENPC: If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire; or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times
• NRP: If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire, nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire; or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times
• TNCC/TCAR: If required in unit, must have and maintain certification within eighteen months after hire; or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times
• STABLE: If required in unit, must obtain within 12 months of hire, or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times
• CPI (SAMA at STBH): If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire; or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times
• SAMA(STBH only): If required in unit, - obtain within 90 days of hire
• FETAL MONITORING: If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of L&D experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of L&D experience - obtain within 6 months of hire; or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times
• Familiar with basic nursing performance standards as outlined in the TX Nurse Practice Act.
• Membership in related professional organization preferred.
• Must pass the Medication/Respiratory/Assessment within 3 months of coming to the department with a grade of 90 or greater.