Nurse Manager (FT), RN, Orthopedic Clinic Days - (Paid Relocation to New Hampshire)

Company: Dartmouth-Hitchcock
Location: Altoona
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Job Description**Relocation to New Hampshire is required for this position. Paid relocation packages are available for out of state candidates.** Position Summary: Administersan assigned nursing program or organizational unit with responsibility forplanning, selecting, and/or devising the methods and policies/procedures to beused and for directing nursing supervisors and/or other personnel in theaccomplishment of designated goals. Negotiates interdepartmental resources,communicates and plans with managers of staff in other departments to ensureeffective level of service to the unit/program. Responsibilities: * Plans adequate staffing and adjustments basedon patient needs and staff skill mix. * Evaluates performance of staff members,including coaching and performance management processes. * Manages the hiring process. * Maintains and supports evidence based practicesin the clinical area. Assures compliance with national standards andinitiatives, e.g., National Patient Safety Goals and The Joint Commission.Promotes individual/peer and departmental accountability to the organization'sMission, Vision, and Goals. * Develops the budget for personnel andnon-personnel expenses. Makes unit based decisions to promote stewardship ofresources. Encourages and supports process improvements which promote fiscalresponsibility. * Assumes responsibility for patient flowprocesses. Strategizes to improve efficiency and eliminate barriers that impactpatient and family centered care. Performs other duties as required or assigned. * Minimum Qualifications: * Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program required. * Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) with 2 years of clinical experience and demonstrated leadership ability required. * Masters of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred. * Certification in a specialty preferred. Required Licensure/Certification Skills: * Licensed Registered Nurse in New Hampshire required. * Basic Life Support(BLS) Certificate required upon hire and as applicable, higher level per unitcertification requirements as stated on the grid attached to the AHA and Life Support Policy.

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