Emergency Room Nurse Manager

Dallas, TX

The Emergency Room Nurse Manager will manage a 44-bed Level III trauma center with approximately 40,000 patient visits a year.  We have applied for Level II trauma designation.  The Nurse Manager has approximately 45 FTE direct reports, including 4 Assistant Nurse Managers, a Nurse Clinician and staff consisting of RNs, EMT/Paramedics and Unit Clerks.  The Nurse Manager is responsible for analyzing and evaluating ER services to decrease throughput time and improve clinical outcomes. This individual will demonstrate leadership by working collaboratively to promote customer service and patient satisfaction.  Participates in staff development, educational programs and orientations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Demonstrates technical expertise in the ER.

·         Delivers care, and directs the delivery of care by others, in a manner that is consistent with the standards, policies and procedures of the hospital.

·         Interacts with patients, fellow employees, physicians and other customers in a manner which encourages quality patient care, harmonious working relationships, positive customer relations and which enhances the image and reputation of TMCP.

·         Supports the hospital's mission by dependability in attendance, punctuality, the timely completion of care and other assignments, resource and information management and attention to principles of quality service.

·         Maintains and improves skills and knowledge appropriate for position, personal growth and for enhancement of patient care.

·         Provides leadership for staff, promotes an environment in which all team members can work cooperatively.

·         Functions effectively as a key player in the facility Leadership Team.

·         Understands and effectively implements Best Practices, Risk Management, and Quality Improvement Programs.

·         Assists in preparing an annual budget and manages the department on a sound fiscal basis.

·         Participates in the ongoing development of goals, objectives, and standards of the hospital.

·         Supports and adheres to Hospital Code of Conduct, related Ethics and Compliance policies and HIPAA requirements.

Requirements:

·         BSN required, Master's Degree preferred.  Master's Degree will be required by 2013 due to Magnet designation.

·         Minimum two years ER nursing management experience in a Level I or II trauma center.

·         Minimum five years ER nursing experience.

·         Must have excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

If you are interested and qualified, please send a “Word” copy of your resume/CV and salary requirements to the address below.  When applying, please indicate the job and the location in the subject line of your e-mail.  If this position is not for you and you know of someone who might be interested, please forward this to them.

Jericho HR Group

www.jerichohr.com

jobs@jerichohr.com