Nurse Manager - Gynecology Clinic

About the Role

Responsible for the daily management of assigned unit, including staff supervision and development, planning, budget, quality, facility operations, and coordinating patient services to ensure high-quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Located at the WISH Clinic Building.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily unit activities to ensure high-quality patient care and optimal outcomes.
• Communicate with physicians, social work, and other department staff to promote integrated, effective care.
• Serve as a patient advocate, follow up on patient care issues and outcomes, and oversee/arrange discharge support.
• Document and supervise unit/patient information, including charts, surveys, reports, research, correspondence, statistics, and quarterly reports.
• Select, train, supervise, motivate, and evaluate assigned staff.
• Assess patient needs and staff capabilities, and schedule staff to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities.
• Ensure staff receive opportunities for professional development and serve as a role model and resource.
• Direct staff meetings, interviews, training, counseling, and other personnel activities to meet department and Parkland goals.
• Maintain nursing standards and practices on the unit and establish effective unit procedures.
• Collaborate with Directors, Quality/Risk Management, and Nursing Administration to ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Promote positive working relationships and effective communication within the team and with external stakeholders.
• Implement performance improvement practices and evaluate patient services to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.
• Oversee facility management, including equipment maintenance, space planning, and environmental safety.
• Develop and administer the annual budget to support unit goals and objectives.
• Serve on multidisciplinary and departmental committees as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Four years of professional nursing experience.
• Current, valid RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license.
• Current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of assigned department operations, including policies, personnel, and budget management.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in working with a diverse population.
• Leadership and organizational skills.
• Patient-centered/patient-valued behaviors.
• Ability to serve as a clinical resource and stay updated on the latest developments in the specialty area.