Location Detail: St Vincents Medical Center (10427)Shift Detail: Shift 1 Management Experience Preferred.Work whereevery momentmatters.Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the system’s second-largest hospital.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the leadership of the Nursing Director, the Nurse Manager is a Registered Nurse responsible and accountable for the 24-hour planning, organizing, directing and evaluation of clinical, administrative and operational and regulatory/compliance activities for their assigned department(s).
The scope of management responsibilities includes clinical and safety practices of nurses and other members of the clinical team, professional nursing practice, leadership and professional growth, human resource management, financial performance, system coordination and clinical performance (safety, patient experience and quality) improvement.
Job Title(s) of HHC positions reporting to this Job:
·Nursing Supervisors
·Clinical Leaders
·Staff Nurses
·Other clinical, technical and administrative roles
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
·Assists the Nursing leadership team to transform care delivery models and environmental design to ensure the delivery of safe patient care that is evidence based, accessible and affordable to all.
·Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of patient care services in the department(s) managed.
·Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective delivery of health services.
·Integrates quality and safety measures for patients into the care environment; ensures departmental compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
·Manages staff including performance management, individualized development, pay recommendations, staff engagement, conflict management, etc.
·Plays a key role in hiring and separation of staff.
·Provides ongoing developmental opportunities through coaching, mentoring and performance management of employees to achieve behaviors aligned with the organization’s vision, mission and values.
·Provides leadership and direction to nursing staff; and has 24-hour accountability ensuring all quality, financial, and service benchmarks, including compliance with environmental care standards are met.
·Collaborates with the Nursing Director to develop, implement and manage a budget to ensure compliance with organizational budget guidelines.
·Approves or monitors expenditures, purchases and other actions to ensure compliance with budget guidelines.
·Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education
·Bachelor of Science in Nursing.Existing incumbents as of March 1, 2024, must obtain BSN within 3 years of this date.
·Master of Science Nursing preferred.
·Minimum of 3 Years of relevant experience in clinical practice.
·Minimum 2 years of progressive leadership required.
Licensure, Certification, Registration
·Registered Nurse State of CT.
·Certified BLS provider credentialed form the American Heart Association (AHA)
·Certification in a specialty area required within 3 years of start date in position or March 1, 2024, if already in position.
·Specialty Certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
·Broad and thorough knowledge of the discipline of Nursing.
·Working knowledge of high reliability and LEAN process improvement strategies.
·Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor for career advancement and professional development.
·Exceptional ability to lead courageous conversations, hold colleague accountable and manage change and conflict.
·Specialized knowledge in area of specialty principles, practices and trends.
·Strong ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others.
·Strong ability to foster successful team efforts working with a variety of management, medical/clinical staff.
·Strong ability to influence, lead, and delegate.
·Basic financial budget knowledge.
·Strong understanding of safety, security and joint commission standards as it pertains to role.
·Strong ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
·Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the mission and vision of the organization.
·Strong organizational and planning abilities.
·Result oriented, ability to achieve targets within provided timeframe.
·Excellent written and oral communications skills.
·Strong ability to exercise discretion,
·Excellent ability to use sound judgment and make data driven decisions.
·Strong analytical skills.
We take great care of careers.With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this isyour moment.