Nurse Manager

Kindred Hospital Ocala is a 31-bed long-term acute care hospital offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. We are conveniently located, surrounded by many shops and restaurants within a mile or two of the medical campus.

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall direction and supervision of patient care activities and nursing personnel of a nursing unit(s). Coordinates and consults with the Director of Nursing and Clinical Services (DNCS) and COO/CCO as appropriate in assuring the Standards of Nursing Practice related to all nursing care areas are implemented and followed. Supervises nursing staff, assesses patients, and ensures quality nursing care is provided to all patients on assigned unit(s). Promotes company Policies and Values. 

Essential Functions

• Understands the National Quality Program and works towards demonstrated excellence on the unit(s) assigned. 
• Ensures adequate staffing for nursing unit(s) 
• Supervises and evaluates designated nursing staff; assigns duties/assignments and coordinates nursing services based on patient acuity and daily census. 
• Coordinates and directs staff to ensure that patient care is delivered safely and within the scope of hospital policies to meet the needs of the patients. 
• Makes certain the execution of Bedside Shift Reports, Unit briefs and debriefs ensures patient, and staff have been informed of care delivery needs and plans to mitigate any safety issues identified. Coordinates and Incorporates actions needed to further patient care needs. 
• Participates in developing nursing protocol and procedures. 
• Ensures staff is competent to perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Escalates any circumstances, which may have a serious impact. Promotes a Speak Up Culture and support of a High Reliability Organization (HRO). 
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff, and administrative team to ensure adequate and appropriate care delivery. 
• Demonstrates ability to assist staff and physicians with providing patient care if needed; ensures clinical services are conducted and documented appropriately. 
• Assesses and formulates teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning to ensure staff is competent. 
• Maintains supply inventory records; orders supplies and equipment, as necessary. 
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family. 
• Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers 
• Promotes adherence to the Company's Code of Business Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Agreement by monitoring employee performance and identifying and responding to compliance issues. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations 

• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0% 
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word processing and spreadsheet software. 
• Must read, write and speak fluent English. 
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required. 

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Nurse in the State 

Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience in healthcare administration/management. 
• Graduate level education may substitute on a year-to-year basis for the required experience.