Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Assistant Nurse Manager to lead and support our telemetry nursing team in a regional healthcare facility located in the Pacific Northwest. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality nursing care while fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, mentor, and advocate for both patients and staff, with a focus on regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to infection control and safety standards.
• Engage with patients and families to uphold service excellence and address concerns promptly.
• Communicate effectively and professionally, resolving conflicts as they arise.
• Participate in policy development and decision-making processes to promote evidence-based nursing practice.
• Ensure unit accountability for quality, operational, financial, and regulatory goals.
• Advocate for patients and coordinate care across healthcare disciplines.
• Collaborate with departments to optimize workflow and patient throughput.
• Assist in recruitment, selection, and retention of nursing personnel.
• Plan and manage staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate personnel utilization based on competencies and patient needs.
• Lead or participate in quality improvement projects and attend relevant committees.
• Evaluate staff performance, provide coaching, and conduct appraisals as needed.
• Contribute to budget development and monitor productivity standards.
• Promote a healthy work environment that minimizes occupational illness and injury.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of registered nursing experience, including at least two years in acute care or a similar setting.
• At least one year of recent charge nurse or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of nursing scope of practice, nursing process, and individualized care planning.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to seek resources and solve problems.
• Competent in assessing nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients and their families.
• Proficient with computer systems and adaptable to new software.
• Capable of providing direct patient care.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with seven years of relevant RN experience may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current RN licensure in the state of practice required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required.
• National certification in specialty area preferred.
• Required certifications vary by unit and may include ACLS, PALS, NIH Stroke Scale, ONS chemotherapy & biotherapy provider, and others as applicable.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of physical evaluation, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment.

This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic healthcare environment serving the Pacific Northwest region.