ER Manager - FT Salaried

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Job Summary:

Assume 24-hr responsibility of the ER at MMH, delegate and coordinate the provision of age-specific nursing care in collaboration with other clinical disciplines. Accountability for patient care is directed towards the resolution of identified patient problems or needs and accomplished through the coordination and performance of therapies involving a multi-disciplinary health care team. Maintains ethical and legal level of conduct. Functions as a preceptor of new employees on documentation requirements and core measures as requested. Audits documentation in “live charts’ on daily basis for compliance with core measures, medication reconciliation, admission assessments, initial interviews, pain management, vital signs, follow-up documentation, transfers, etc. Assists in staffing/ensuring adequate staff are available to provide quality care to patients in the ER and in other units as needed.

Additionally, he/she is responsible for functioning well as a member of the multidisciplinary team.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· Supervises all ER nursing staff.

· Supervises other Nursing Unit Managers.

· Assists CNO with supervision of all nursing staff directly or indirectly, including clinic nursing staff.

Work Environment:

This position has an OSHA Category I level of exposure to blood and body substances. Category I tasks are all procedures or other job-related tasks involving an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or body tissues or a potential for spills or splashes with blood, body fluids or tissues. The use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Knowledgeable in the areas of fiscal management, labor relations, healthcare law, and legislation which affect healthcare.

· Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment and to manage stress, and anger of others appropriately.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to make decisions under pressure.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

· Active license in the state of Alabama as a Registered Nurse.

· BS degree preferred.

· Must have at least 3-5 years of clinical experience in ER, ICU, or other acute care area.

· Administrative experience with demonstrated competency in management and leadership skills preferred.

· BLS/ACLS/PALS certification required.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to walk, stand, stoop, lift, balance, sit, kneel, reach, pull, talk, see, turn, carry, push, handle and write. This job requires you to reach above the head, push/pull 5 lbs, lift/carry up to 15 lbs, and lift from floor and waist level.

Mizell Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and provider.