Emergency Department Nurse Manager

The Emergency Department Nurse Manager is a Registered Nurse responsible for planning, organizing, directing and evaluating clinical, administrative and operational activities for the nursing/patient care unit and disaster/emergency preparedness; implements and interprets policies, procedures, standards and regulations for nursing personnel, patients, medical staff, and the public. She/he maintains twenty-four-hour accountabilities for all activities of the unit. Applies ANA Standards of Nursing Administrative Practice and Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP) grant requirements in performance of leadership role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A. Effectively plans, organizes and evaluates work duties of self and unit staff to promote quality nursing and patient care activities.

• Develops unit goals annually, in conjunction with the unit staff and unit Medical Director that supports the department of nursing and the Medical Center's philosophy, goals and objectives
• Works collaboratively with other organizational leaders in preparing for Disasters/Emergencies. Emphasis is placed on preparing for a trauma, hazmat or emergency surge.
• Plans and maintains staffing pattern within budgeting parameters incorporating continuity of care, staff competency and patient acuity.
• Evaluates and sets standards for patient care and unit equipment.
• Collaborates with support services to provide a safe, clean and secure environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Promotes intra and interdepartmental communication.
• Maintains patient reference materials and ensures access to appropriate policies, procedures, standards and care guidelines.
• Collaborates with Nursing Director and Supervisors to facilitate the provision of high-quality patient care.
• Works with the Medical Staff to coordinate the medical and nursing management of patient care.
• Utilizes staff in a manner which reflects the understanding of professional, legal and institutional constraints; the abilities of individual care providers; the holistic approach to patient care; and the use of time management principles.
• Evaluates patient care delivery through written documentation, observation, and comparison to established standards.
• Assists in providing nursing care to patients, as needed, to assess particular patient requirements or a backup to Staff Nurse.
• Serves as a clinical resource person and assists nursing personnel in assessing patient/family status to plan nursing care.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Knowledge with mathematical concepts and the application of fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Knowledge and ability to practice as defined by California Nurse Practice Act, ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and ANA Code of Ethic in coordination with hospital policy and procedures
• Knowledge of Nursing Sensitive Indicators and Demonstrated knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age specific groups
• Demonstrates knowledge of legal and regulatory aspects of care, knowledge of legal documents pertinent to unit/area of care (accountability).
• Demonstrates knowledge and competency on hospital information system.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Patient Rights.
• Knowledge of disaster preparedness requirements
• Knowledge of Joint Commission standards and regulations specific to Emergency Management
• Knowledge of HPP grant initiatives and requirements

Skills

• Skilled in transferring concepts into practical application.
• Skilled in reading, analyzing and interpreting common scientific and technical journals and understanding regulatory requirements.
• Skilled in the nursing process and effective decision making when establishing plan of care.
• Time management skills in providing excellent patient care.
• Skilled in the safe and effective usage of all equipment necessary to provide patient care.
• Skilled in current nursing practices and procedures and the development of a plan of care that support positive outcomes.
• Skills in budget preparation and control.
• Skills in personnel management through coordination and cooperation.
• Excellent problem-solving, time management and organizational skills.
• Skills to prepare complete, clear reports and recommendations after appropriate analyses of relevant and reliable information.
• Excellent oral and written communication skill.

AVMC Values: All AVMC employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

• Patients Come First – We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.
• Accountability & Ownership – We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.
• Teamwork – We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.
• Integrity & Honesty – We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the right thing when no one is looking.
• Excellence – We take pride in our work, are goal-oriented, and on a never-ending quest for top tier quality.
• Initiative & Innovation – Our can-do attitudes, creativity, and resourcefulness empower us to improve the patient’s experience, solve our own problems, make timely decisions, and look for opportunities to add value.
• Tenderness & Compassion – We have genuine empathy, show kindness, and encourage and advocate for each other.

Education and Experience:

Education

• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing required.
• BSN or completion of BSN within 2 years of hire required.
• MSN preferred.

Experience

• At least 5 years acute care experience.
• Progressive leadership experience which may include experience as a charge nurse.

Required Licensure and/or Certifications:

• Current California Registered Nursing license.
• BCLS, ACLS, and PALS required.
• Unit specific specialty certification preferred.
• FEMA course certifications: IS.100, IS .200, IS 700, IS 800 within 90 days
• Hazard Material Management course within twelve months of hire.