Nursing Jobs in Whittier, CA
$116,334.40 - $193,211.20 / year
This position is responsible for assigned patient care area with 24 hour accountability. The Manager, Hospice (Director) is responsible for ensuring effective delivery of evidenced-based practice of clinical patient care and compliance with administrative and clinical policies and procedures. Core Competencies Creates a culture of effective communication and promotes positive working relationships with internal and external customers. Addresses personnel issues in order to promote a healthy work environment Operationalizes the Shared Decision Making Model of nursing practice and integrates point of care staff into decision making. Communicates policies, standards, institutional changes, safety information and clinical information integral to the position. Utilizes follow up phone calls and field visits to communicate with patients and families to enhance the patient experience. Communicates significant unit issues utilizing chain of command Follows up on all patient and family service issues within 24 business hours Delegates responsibilities appropriate to licensure, education, and experience of staff. Conducts a minimum of ten staff meetings per year. Reviews and follows up on incident reports and reports trends to staff. Participates and facilitates/sponsor for unit based council when applicable. Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice, nursing services and healthcare delivery for assigned area and the integration of evidence based clinical services within their assigned unit. Develops and monitors annual goals for improving customer satisfaction, quality, and cost containment and reports trends to staff Clarifies organizational and unit goals for all employees Adheres to current organizational Performance Improvement priorities Selects and uses process, outcome, and structure audits appropriately. Uses quality control findings in determining needed areas of staff education or coaching. Assesses the unit organizational environment to identify and categorize errors that are occurring and proactively reworks the process that led to errors Participates in multidisciplinary meetings/rounds to discuss and resolve patient care issues as needed. Collaborates with the PI/Educator to ensures utilization of evidence-based practice to develop and implement standards that guide practice. Plans and provides for cost effective use of resources and participates in budget preparation for assigned unit. Manages the acquisition and utilization of clinical supplies and equipment. Manages staffing, including nursing staff, clerical support staff and unit support services staff. Uses the appraisal process to motivate employees and promote growth. Provides frequent informal feedback on work performance and uses coaching techniques that promote employee growth in work performance. Follows through with disciplinary actions and employee grievances. Facilitates prompt conflict resolution among employees. Provides opportunities for staff feedback and incorporates suggestions into operations improvement goals. Demonstrates knowledge of budget. Assumes accountability for quality and fiscal control of staffing. Ensures payroll is submitted bi-weekly in accordance with the deadlines set by Payroll Office Uses appropriate interview techniques to fill positions. Facilitates and supports recruitment and retention activities. Department Specific Competencies Complies with all Medicare regulations governing Hospice. Education Degree Program Bachelors Nursing Experience Additional Information Three years management experience in a hospice or related health care organization with expert knowledge of Medicare Hospice regulations. License / Certification Requirements Registered Nurse License Drivers license, auto insurance and reliable transportation Certification in area of specialty Compensation Range $116,334.40 - $193,211.20 / Annually 
$158,080 - $260,832 / year
The Nurse Manager holds 24-hour accountability for the quality of patient care, efficiency of operations, and human resources management for area(s) assigned. S/he will strive to achieve the optimal patient experience in a cost-effective manner, while applying evidenced-based leadership and practice. The Nurse Manager is responsible for the provision of safe patient care, in a manner that is consistent with the professional standards and hospital policies. The Nurse Manger promotes a positive and professional environment; supervises charge nurses and front line staff; maintains a stable and productive staff; involves staff at all levels in Shared Governance and Magnet Forces; and makes data driven decisions. S/he will role model performance and behaviors that are consistent with the values of the organization, furthering its mission, vision and strategic plan. Essential Duties: People Daily rounding with Purpose on Charge Nurses and Patients. Promotes effective communication and working relationships within the nursing areas, and between nursing staff, physicians, and other departments. Leads Unit Council meetings and tracks progress and outcome of activities. Responsible for selecting and retaining qualified nursing staff to carry out the unit’s care system in accordance with hospital philosophy and the organizational objectives. Works with the Education Department and Human Resources to ensure that the necessary orientation, training, and continuing education is available to the staff. Leads recruitment and retention activities. Facilitates the training of nursing students and other students as necessary in coordination with the Education Department. Serves as a coach and mentor to students. Quality Displays understanding of governing regulations, Title 22, and JCAHO requirements, defining and maintaining the standards of nursing practice while ensuring consistency with the hospital standards. Contributes to the development and implementation of a unit-based performance improvement program which complies with JCAHO, Title 22, and other applicable regulatory agencies. Participates in establishing systems within the departments which support and practice shared governance management philosophy. Contributes to the development of customer service standards and expectations. Assists in establishing methods for monitoring employee, patient and physician satisfaction with the services provided within the department Communication to each and every staff member their role in maintaining a high performing unit with regard to quality. Communication to each and every staff member the outcomes of quality monitoring; draws all staff in to analyze and change practice as necessary. Collects and delegates collection of selected data elements. Required elements are collected and provided to Nursing Quality each month, on time. Ensures completion of occurrence reports and investigates in a timely manner. Notifies Risk management immediately for significant or potentially significant events “Never 27s”. Service Coordinates and integrates department services on intradepartmental, interdepartmental, and hospital wide levels. Plans for provision of services through provision of appropriate levels of qualified, competent staff. Policies and procedures are in place to support scope of services. Leads selected PSMS initiatives. Communication to each and every staff member PSMS scores and draws staff into necessary change in practice. Cost Uses the budget as a tool to finding more effective methods of care delivery. Participates in planning and goal setting for the nursing department and for own unit of responsibility. Monitor space/resource requirements and utilization of outside resources. Approves day to day deviation from established staffing guidelines based on patient need. Ensures that Optilink is up to date on a daily basis. Flexes staff according to patient acuity, census, and budget guidelines. Approves monthly schedules and advance requests for time off; approves ShiftQuest requests. Consistently applies applicable HR policy & procedure for granting time off and/or adding additional shift requests. Completes daily (DSR) and bi-weekly payroll activities (Kronos), on time. Growth Serves as coach and mentor to charge nurses and staff. Monitors progress of new hires and ensures they advance to competent, independent practice in a timely manner. Ensure 100% attendance by staff at mandatory education and training programs; .edu modules. Actively furthers systems and standards that support Shared Governance, Magnet, and Just Culture philosophy. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Req Bachelor’s Degree Nursing Degree in Nursing Req 2 years Experience in a formal management position. Req 4 years Experience as an RN. Req Must be computer literate in Outlook, Word and Excel. Req Excellent analytical, problem-solving, planning and evaluation skills. Req Excellent communication skills both oral and written. Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service. Req Commitment to continuous quality improvement and results driven outcomes. Req Committed to the development of professional practices. Req Able to function independently and as a member of a team. Req Organization/time management skills. Preferred Qualifications: Pref Master’s degree Nursing Degree in Nursing or in progress, strongly preferred *Master’s Degree in Nursing may be in lieu-of Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. Pref Specialty Certification Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Valid California License. Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) Req Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Req ONS Chemotherapy & Biotherapy ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification required. If no certification upon hire/transfer, one must be obtained within one (1) year of meeting eligibility criteria requirements Req EKG exam must be passed within 90 days of employment The annual base salary range for this position is $158,080.00 - $260,832.00. 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