Wellspan Health - Lebanon, PA
posted 7 months ago
The Nurse Manager for the Med/Surg/Tele/Stroke unit at The Good Samaritan Hospital is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and work activities of the nursing staff within the 32-bed Step Down Intermediate Care Unit. This unit primarily serves adult and geriatric patients with cardiac diseases and stroke, accommodating acute cardiac events that require continuous intravenous medication drips, as well as pre and post-operative care for electrophysiology studies, cardiac catheterizations, and pacemaker/automated implantable cardiac defibrillator (AICD) procedures. The Nurse Manager will ensure that all registered nurses on the unit are certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Stroke Certification, and will work closely with the CHF Program Coordinator and Stroke Program Coordinator to provide high-quality education to patients. In this role, the Nurse Manager will recommend staffing levels based on professional guidelines, ensuring an adequate mix of competent personnel for all shifts. They will develop and implement nursing standards and practices, maintain established policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with National Patient Safety goals and state regulations. The Nurse Manager will identify patient needs and develop quality programs to meet those needs, using outcomes data to direct quality improvement initiatives. They will also monitor high-risk cases, advocate for staff education on patient confidentiality, and promote culturally congruent patient care. The Nurse Manager will act as a mentor to charge nurses and staff, fostering an empowered environment that encourages shared decision-making. They will consult with specialists as needed and adjust nursing care processes to ensure optimal patient care. The role includes interviewing applicants, evaluating staff performance, developing departmental budgets, and ensuring alignment with the system's strategic goals. The Nurse Manager will also participate in patient rounds, collaborate with other departments, and maintain a commitment to safety and quality improvement in patient care.
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