Registered Nurse Manager

Company: South Texas Health System
Location: Alamo
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY:Performs the primary function of a professional nurse leader in assessing, planning, directing, and evaluating nursing care provided to patients. The Manager- RN shall oversee and guide nursing employees that are under their supervision. Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or ancillary departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills. As a salaried employee, may on occasion work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, and/or on an on-call status. This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:1. 2 years previous RN experience in same or similar unit(s) covered by position required or 1 year previous RN experience in same or similar unit(s) within an STHS facility.2. 1-3 year's previous supervisory experience preferred. 3. Willingness to be cross-trained to other unit areas.4. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer. EDUCATION / LICENSURE:1. Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Texas, or part of a compact state license, or has a valid temporary RN license for the State of Texas while waiting to receive the permanent license. BSN preferred.2. Must possess an Associate Degree, Baccalaureate Degree or Diploma from a School of Nursing or University.3. Effective July 1, 2018: Must have a bachelor's degree in Nursing (or Bachelor's in related field) on hire or current Managers will be enrolled in a BSN program with degree completion no later than July 1, 2020; internal promotions will enroll into BSN program within 6 months of transition to Manager's role.4. Must have and maintain current certifications, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider's Program (for any and all certifications applicable through the AHA program) - please check all that apply: XBCLS/CPRMust be current upon hire and thereafterACLSIf required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all timesPALS or ENPCIf required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all timesNRPIf required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire, nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all timesTNCC/TCARIf required in unit, must have and maintain certification within eighteen months after hire;or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all timesSTABLEIf required in unit, must obtain within 12 months of hire,or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all timesCPI (SAMA at STBH)If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all timesSAMA(STBH only)If required in unit, - obtain within 90days of hireFETAL MONITORINGIf required in unit, nurse with a year or less of L&D experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of L&D experience - obtain within 6 months of hire; or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times.5. Familiar with basic nursing performance standards as outlined in the TX Nurse Practice Act.6. Membership in related professional organization preferred.7. Must pass the Medication/Respiratory/Assessment within 3 months of coming to the department with a grade of 90 or greater. EEO StatementAll UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.NoticeAt UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449. Authorized by Corporate Human Resources ---- ---- ---- ----
ABOUT SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM
The South Texas Health System is an integrated system of care comprised of six unique facilities, six freestanding emergency departments, multiple physician practices and a broad variety of outpatient services located in the Texas Rio Grande Valley.
STHS is a regional multi-hospital system that has earned a reputation for excellence in providing quality healthcare to people of the Rio Grande Valley. STHS offers a comprehensive array of medical services, including cardiovascular, maternity and women's health, emergency, and surgical care, along with specialty programs in chest pain, pediatrics, diabetes, wound care, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and behavioral health services.
South Texas Health System has compiled a distinguished list of firsts:
----------------First to offer private behavioral health inpatient treatment in the Rio Grande Valley
----------------First neonatal surgery center in the Valley
----------------First designated Level III Trauma Center in Hidalgo County
----------------First and only freestanding hospital for children in the Rio Grande Valley
Air ambulance services are stationed at South Texas Health System McAllen. South Texas Air Med is the largest independently owned air medical provider in the United States. STHS McAllen, STHS Heart, STHS Edinburg and STHS Children's are equipped with helipads.
JOIN OUR TEAM
If you are looking to build a rewarding career, don't miss out on the opportunity to work with the South Texas Health System. Your passion, inspiration and talents are invaluable to us and our mission to serve others. Our facilities can provide a place for you to thrive and continue your professional development.
Along with a competitive salary and great benefits package, South Texas Health System provides professional development opportunities as well as incentives and sign-on bonuses for qualified applicants.
Employee Benefits
South Texas Health System offers healthcare, life insurance and disability benefits to help meet the needs of employees and their families. As our employee, you may be eligible to choose from a comprehensive list of benefits and select those that best meet the needs of you and your family. Among the benefits available to eligible employees are:--- Medical--- Dental--- Vision--- Insurance and income protection--- Retirement and savings--- Flexible Spending Accounts

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