Nurse Manager

Description

SPECIAL KIDS IS A NON-PROFIT CHRISTIAN THERAPY AND NURSING CENTER FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. We are licensed professionals, but first we are Christ followers with a mission to “serve Jesus Christ by caring for His children.” Special Kids offers professional services to children ages birth months through 21 years. Nurse Managers at Special Kids’ Kleinau Nursing Center serve medically fragile children who need skilled nursing care, in collaboration with other disciplines, including occupational therapy, physical therapy, and nursing. A minimum of 5 years of experience is required. Full-time 36 hours per week, benefits, paid time off, no evenings, no weekends, and closed for company recognized holidays.

Summary

Oversees the operations and personnel of the Kleinau Nursing center, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient workflow. Responsible for a range of duties, including staff supervision, performance management, budget oversight, staffing and scheduling, and fostering a positive work environment. The Nurse Manager also functions as a member of the patient care team. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties within the scope of practice may be assigned.

Patient Care

The priority of the Nurse Manager is to ensure the mission of Special Kids is being met each time a family walks through the door by making sure the center is operating compassionately, effectively and efficiently. Success is measured by assessing the holistic growth of patients, families, and team members, patient volume and longevity, and reduced operational issues. Works closely with the Nurse Manager to ensure proper nursing care is provided for each individual case. The Nurse Manager should also be able to function as a part of the patient care team as needed.

Clinic Operations 

Ensures effective and efficient operations by promoting best practices in terms of center workflow and adherence to policies, procedures and nursing standards of care. Oversees the departmental budget, manages expenses to ensure the unit operates within budgetary constraints. Creates work schedules, manages staffing levels, and addresses any staffing shortages or overages. Analyzes operations, identifies trends and issues in performance, develops recommendations for improvements, and implements changes to enhance operations and patient care. 

Employee Performance Management

Motivates, directs and manages the performance of clinical and non-clinical team members to achieve identified goals. This includes goal setting, performance evaluation, coaching and counseling for continuous improvement, team building activities, and training that is geared toward achieving a high performing, highly engaged team environment. 

Organization Leadership

Provides strong servant leadership on-site. Is an influential source of guidance and direction for clinical and non-clinical team members. Supports the strength and unity of the Nursing Center team and with other departments. Works closely with the Executive Director and Leadership Team to ensure the highest quality of care is provided organizationally. Attends meetings and conferences and participates in other activities to promote professional growth. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages RN’s, LPN’s, Certified Nurse Assistants, Food Specialist and Administrative Support team. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Vision/mission minded individual who can support and further the vision/mission. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

Education and/or Experience

BSN, MSN or NP required. Prefer 5 years of measurable related leadership experience in a healthcare setting.

Computer Skills 

To be successful in this job, an individual should have basic computer skills and the ability to learn new software and web-based applications such as electronic medical records.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse state license. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification.

Values

• Compassion
• Willingness
• Courage
• Faith