Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) - PCU

Company: Backus Hospital
Location: Salem
Posted on: April 29, 2025

Job Description:

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

Since 1893 Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

E3 is a combined telemetry and Progressive Care Unit containing 25 beds and a team of nursing and healthcare professionals with excellent critical thinking skills and specialized training to provide the highest level of care. Our team has specialty training to care for complex stroke, vascular, neurological and specialty surgery populations as well as intermediate care patients. Combining our skill and use of innovative technology, our patient and family centered care creates an environment that promotes caring and healing.

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Nursing manager is a Registered Nurse (RN) who has responsibility for the supervision of patient care, clinical personnel, and unit operations. This position supervises a work group to ensure that a high quality, cost-effective patient and family centered care is provided in support of the hospital's strategic plan, and the function's goals and objectives.

This position works collaboratively with functional leadership and is responsible for the oversight of daily operations of the assigned department including off shift and weekend supervision of nursing and non-licensed staff. This position manages resources, quality improvement, payroll, creating and maintaining colleague schedules and monitors patient throughput to facilitate efficient clinical operations. In addition, this position is responsible for a safe and therapeutic unit environment, which includes working in the department as staff RN to assist as needed.

This position supports leadership in ensuring standards of excellence and professional development are fostered and met. This position also participates in and may lead Performance Improvement work in their assigned department.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. Master's Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience as RN in Progressive Care, Critical Care or Emergency unit required, One year supervisory experience preferred Licensure, Certification, Registration:
  • Current Connecticut Registered Nurse license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications within 90 days of hire.
  • Must be able to pass the dysrhythmia test within 3 months of hire.
  • Must be able to pass the BKAT with a score of 80% or complete a critical care course within one (1) year of hire.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain department specific certifications. Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) or Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
    
    --- Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing and healthcare administration
    
    --- Demonstrated ability to make sound clinical assessments and institute safe and effective care within the structure of a collaborative health team.
    
    --- Considerable knowledge of requirements by federal, state or regulatory bodies.
    
    --- Demonstrates knowledge of effective workforce utilization.
    
    --- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
    
    --- Proven ability to lead courageous conversations, hold colleague(s) accountable and manage change and conflict.
    
    --- Knowledge of all relevant policies and procedures.
    
    --- Knowledge of high reliability organizations (HRO) and LEAN process improvement strategies.
    
    --- Demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to lifelong learning as a methodology for promoting continuous quality improvement in the delivery of patient care and services.
    
    --- Ability to manage multiple priorities and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
    
    --- Must be able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
    
    --- Demonstrates effective leadership through collaborative partnerships in accordance with Nursing Professional Practice model.
    
    --- Strong ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environment and in emergency situations.
    
    --- Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the mission and vision of the organization.
    
    --- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
    
    --- Ensures the presence of a safe and healthful work environment, promoting self-care and empowerment.
    
    We take great care of careers.
    
    With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
    
    

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