Manager Nursing Unit - Labor & Delivery

About the role

The Manager Nursing Unit manages operations of specific nursing unit(s). This position provides guidance and support to nursing staff, ensures quality of patient care, and collaborates with other leaders/team members to maintain efficient and effective operation.

Key focus areas

• New grad RN retention
• Patient experience
• Compliance of Performance Improvement and Quality Improvement initiatives
• Throughput efficiencies
• Staffing patterns and budget management

The incumbent is expected to lead through strategic management, relationship management and influencing positive behaviors.

Minimum Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). MSN or related graduate level degree preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• 5 years' experience in nursing in hospital setting
• 2 years of Charge or Leadership experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed in the State of Vermont (RN)
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association
• Unit-specific certifications as required (ACLS, PALS, NRP, EFM, and STABLE) per specific department clinical needs
• Completion of endorsed patient/visitor de-escalation and restraint program certification based on department specific guidelines

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Strong knowledge and skills related to clinical nursing practice
• Demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to education as a methodology for promoting continuous quality improvement in the delivery of patient care and services
• Effective and timely oral and written communication skills
• Clinical program development
• Basic Microsoft desktop application and navigation skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial aspects of department operations to include but not limited to budget, expenses, variances, etc.

Pay

Annualized Salary Range = $107K - $156K