About this opportunity
Utmb lists this Nurse Manager, Outpatient - Infusion opportunity in league city, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Minimum of five (5) years experience in health care, preferably in an outpatient setting, with supervisory experience.
Current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas.
Job Summary
The Nurse Manager is a professional nurse leader who provides guidance and direction to outpatient clinical staff, and is responsible for assuring that nursing care is provided in accordance with hospital departmental policies and procedures, established standards of nursing care and practice, and as defined by the state of Texas. The Nurse Manager assesses, monitors and oversees the quality, quantity and mix of nursing staff assigned to the clinics on a daily basis.
Leads the daily operations of the Infusion Therapy Clinic, including management of extended 12-hour clinic hours. Collaborates across Infusion Therapy Clinics to provide cross-coverage as needed and maintains a visible leadership presence to support staff, patients, and operational needs during extended hours.
Preferred Qualifications
Progressive nursing leadership experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Three or more years of experience in oncology care and infusion therapy.
Professional certification in oncology nursing or a related specialty area.
Job Duties
Defines clinical personnel requirements and position competencies for the practice with the Director of Nursing.
Continuously monitors staffing levels and adjusts as appropriate to meet various clinical care and financial objectives.
Promptly interviews, hires, and orients clinical personnel.
Objectively evaluates/documents performance of personnel and takes corrective action as appropriate.
Assures that nursing staff provides patient care in accordance with hospital, practice and Outpatient Clinic policies and procedure, established nursing standards of care and practice, and as defined by the state of Texas.
Coordinates clinic nursing functions such as assessment, patient teaching, and medical record documentation. Coordinates overall patient flow process with clinic management.
Administrative and Nursing Liaison
Participates in clinical department, and hospital-wide programs affecting the delivery of care.
Represents the clinical practice when meeting and working with other components of UTMB.
Assists in conducting orientation programs for nursing personnel.
Finance / Account Management
Works with the Clinic Manager to develop / modify supply, personnel, capital equipment, and special program budgets.
Leadership
Maintains a continuous physical presence within the clinic and responds to requests for assistance.
Creatively identifies opportunities for improvement in all aspects of the clinic.
Facilitates patient flow, communication, and problem resolution.
Assists with implementation of policies and programs.
Serves as a resource person and role model for staff.
Assists nursing staff in evaluating patient care needs.
Assists with staffing when necessary by performing nursing functions.
Project Coordination
Serves, as requested, on task forces, work groups, or committees.
Leads / participates, as appropriate, in collaborative team approaches to developing and enhancing an integrated system of care.
Communication
Effectively communicates with medical, clinical and clerical staff to ensure the efficient operations of the clinic.
Effectively communicates with patients and visitors to resolve inquiries.
Recognizes the need, and responds in a timely manner, to inform Director of Clinic Operations / Director of Nursing of operational issues within areas of responsibility.
Maintenance of Environment and Security
Identifies and promptly addresses unsafe practices and other safety issues in the clinic.
Ensures staff participation in all fire safety, infection control and other mandatory training.
Medical Office / Administrative Policies
Assists in the development and implementation of medical office or administrative policies related to the delivery of care.
Continuing Education
Actively participates in continuing education activities.
Prepares and presents information to co-workers after attending special programs and workshops as appropriate.
Accepts responsibility for personal professional development and demonstrates desire for personal growth.
Other
Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Salary Range
Actual salary commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule
Full-time. Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm and as needed on occasion.
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Worksite address
league city, TX, 77574, US
Who can apply
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