Manager, Nursing - LDRP - Full Time

Up to a $25,000 sign‑on bonus. The pay range for this position is $48.11–75.08.

Position Summary

Provides clinical and administrative leadership and is responsible for the management of the assigned nursing division. The Manager of Nursing is accountable for the management of patient care, human, fiscal and material resources and the total environment of the nursing unit.

Experience

Candidate must have five years of nursing experience in an acute care setting with demonstrated leadership abilities. The nurse manager must possess a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing; a Master’s degree is preferred. Certification in the area of specialty and/or leadership is preferred.

Essential Functions

1. LEADERSHIP
   • A. Assume a leadership role in staffing and scheduling of personnel, considering appropriate utilization of personnel, scope of practice, competencies, patient needs and complexity of care.
   • B. Support a professional practice environment which fosters excellence in nursing practice.
   • C. Foster professional nurse empowered decision‑making, accountability and autonomy in nursing practice.
2. RESPONSE
   • A. Respond and assume an appropriate role in emergency codes/crisis intervention.
3. PATIENT
   • A. Communicate with patient, family and healthcare providers regarding patient care, demonstrating strong communication skills. Make patient rounds throughout shift.
   • B. Provide, maintain and coordinate effective communication between nursing and all other departments.
   • C. Maintain confidentiality while serving as a professional liaison with the community.
   • D. Function as a mentor for development of nursing staff, encouraging professional growth.
   • E. Participate in professional continuing education programs.
   • F. Participate and assume responsibilities on nursing committees, performance improvement initiatives.
   • G. Meet all JCAHO and NYS requirements in medication management and demonstrate yearly competency with Pharmacy.
   • H. Demonstrate knowledge of JCAHO Standards and responsibility in compliance.
   • I. Demonstrate knowledge of scheduling and maintaining accurate records.

Other Duties

Other duties as assigned.