Nurse Manager Surgical Services

Job Summary

About the unit

Ludington Hospital Surgical Services encompasses all phases of perioperative care from admission to discharge. The department is comprised of 19 patient rooms 5 operating rooms 2 endoscopy procedure rooms and 6 post anesthesia recovery bays. Service lines supported include general surgery ob/gyn pain ophthalmology podiatry ENT and ortho.

About Ludington Hospital

For over a century we have provided comprehensive health care services for Mason and Oceana County residents and the thousands of tourists who visit each year. With our experienced compassionate doctors and health teams advanced technology programs that improve well-being and the expertise and resources of a top health system there is no better place for local care.

Scope of work

Assumes 24-hour accountability for managing supervising and coordinating the operational and financial effectiveness and efficiency of the nursing services/ unit of the hospital. Develops policies procedures and processes in coordination with other leaders to ensure the highest quality services are provided at all times to all customers. Assures presence of a supportive and healthy work environment that promotes retention and embraces diversity. Key responsibilities include unit-based goal setting program development fiscal management resource allocation standards of care policy and procedure development and interpretation human resource development performance improvement supports a culture of safety and maintenance of interprofessional collaborative relationships.

Nurse Managers in inpatient and outpatient units are REQUIRED to obtain their Nursing Administration or Professional/Specialty Certification within 12 months of assuming the role or within 12 months of achieving eligibility to sit for the exam if not eligible upon hire into the role.

Essential Functions

• Assumes day-to-day accountability for the delivery of quality services by direct supervision of assigned staff and interdisciplinary collaboration. Evaluates nursing care and completes rounds to ensure that nursing care is carried out in accordance with regulatory accrediting and professional practice standards the philosophy policies and procedures for the Nursing Division and organization. Ensures practice is in accordance with the Michigan Public Health Code. Develops interdisciplinary relationships to support improvements in care delivery patient staff and physician satisfaction.

• Collaborates with director of nursing nurses and patient care staff physicians and other departments to develop implement and evaluate programs and services that support patient care delivery in assigned area. This includes effective utilization of workforce facilities and equipment. Participates facilitates staff involvement and integrates advocacy in the development and review of policies procedures programs and guidelines based on evidence-based practice research findings and Corewell Health quality outcomes. Provides information to senior leadership on the implication of policies procedures and programs being formulated and recommends specific action.

• Assists director to plan prepare implement monitor assigned areas operational and capital budget to ensure sound fiscal management consistent with the goals of Corewell Health. This includes resource allocation to meet productivity targets and patient care needs and assists in development of programs and collaborative strategies to enhance growth and revenue for assigned area.

• Collaborates with director and manager of nursing quality to develop and maintain quality monitoring system to continuously monitor and measure the quality safety and outcomes of nursing services for assigned area. Develops and implements unit quality indicators to evaluate unit performance staff performance level of practice for specific patient populations and develops and implements improvement plans to correct variances. Participates in and/or facilitates interdisciplinary performance initiatives.

• Acts as resource for staff to identify and address ethical issues within nursing and assigned area. Formulates decisions and actions based on ethical principles using the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice. Evaluates and advocates for privacy confidentiality and security of patient staff and organization data.

• Creates a climate of effective communication and respect for diversity in all interactions. Facilitates an environment of caring and collaborative relationships among disciplines and departments. Collaborates with director peers and staff to create and execute a vision for change that mobilizes encourages and unifies interprofessional and practice group teams. Develops maintains and evaluates a professional practice environment that empowers and supports staff participation by encouraging shared decision-making accountability and autonomy in nursing practice. Serves as a role model mentor and expert to staff colleagues and students.

• Encourages an environment supportive of nursing research. Supports an environment that promotes evidence-based clinically effective nurse-sensitive patient outcomes and other health care outcomes for assigned area. Supports a continuous learning environment to ensure on-going education and development opportunities for staff based on populations served professional practice new technology and/or required skills. Assists in the identification of trends and competencies in nursing practice.

• Manages the activities of professional and support staff. Provides direction and support to subordinate staff to ensure effectiveness and efficiency. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the departmental policies organization philosophy and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing hiring training and developing employees; planning and assigning work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; initiates personnel actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree nursing (BSN) Required.

• Masters degree MS MSN MBS MM MHA MPH or other related Preferred.

• 2 years of relevant clinical nursing experience Required.

• 1 year of relevant supervisory experience Required.

• MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required.

• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 90 days.

• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Required within 90 days.

• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Preferred within 90 days.

About Corewell Health

As a team member at Corewell Health you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial health and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you like restaurants phone plans spas and more!

• Optional identity theft protection home and auto insurance pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Ludington Hospital - 1 Atkinson Dr - Ludington

Department Name

Surgical Services - Ludington

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

On-call weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members patients visitors and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR Varicella Tdap and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process to perform the essential functions of a job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability pregnancy or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race color national origin sex disability age religion genetic information marital status height weight gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system we advocate for equity as we care for our patients our communities and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity equity and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

Required Experience:

Manager