Clinical Nurse Manager, Maternity Care Center, Full Time, Brunswick

Directs and supervises the work of nursing service team members 24 hours/day, 7 days/week on designated patient care unit(s): assignments, scheduling, orientation, supervision, guidance and evaluation of nursing personnel to ensure and maintain a high quality of patient care. Contributes to team building by maintaining a positive, motivational attitude and a holistic approach toward nursing management. All team members of Southeast Georgia Health System will promote a culture of safety, follow established policies, and adhere to all state and federal regulatory requirements, Joint Commission requirements, and national patient safety standards.

Dayshift, however, this role carries 24-hour responsibility

Essential Responsibilities:  This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

• Maintains the budget for the unit(s) within guidelines by demonstrating financial responsibility for staffing, patient charges, and equipment purchasing/leasing.
• Collaborates with the patient cares service team to ensure appropriate flexing of resources based on patient needs and volume fluctuations.  Will perform direct patient care as needed
• Participates in the periodic review and evaluation of the quality and appropriateness of nursing care for areas of responsibility.  Identifies opportunities for performance improvement and develops plan to support
• Identifies opportunities to improve the patient experience and implements unit based plan to improve.
• Maintains open communication with Director/Brunswick Campus or Assistant Administrator of Patient Care/Camden Campus.  Communicate, collaborate, and function with other members of the health team to provide optimum care.
• Works with physicians and physician extenders in a collegial manner for the resolution of patient care problems
• Maintains a high quality for patient care and patient teaching and assisting staff in ideas and implementation of patient education and teaching.
• Ensures effective unit orientation for area(s) of responsibility.
• Develops unit based retention and recruitment strategies.  Monitors turn-over indicators for performance.
• Develops unit based educational plan for ongoing professional development of nursing team.
• Provided coaching and progressive discipline as appropriate for staff.  Observes staff performance and evaluates staff on an ongoing basis with at least annual feedback of nursing team.  Works and communicates with all individuals at the appropriate age, level of education, maturity and understanding.
• Monitors supplies and equipment for appropriateness of PAR levels and equipment repair/replacement needed.  Works with Supply Chain on procurement as indicated
• Responsible for infection control and performance improvement for the unit/units and maintains records and submits reports as determined by policy. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.  Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum of four (4) years progressive acute healthcare organization supervisory experience, or demonstrated leadership competencies following the completion of a management and leadership development program.  National certification as clinically appropriate preferred.
• Current RN License to practice in the state of Georgia. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

American Heart Association BLS Certification required within first week of orientation and maintained throughout employment.  ACLS, PALS, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or Instructor Certification if applicable to area within 6 months of hire and maintained throughout employment.  Knowledge of Cerner electronic health record preferred.

Why choose Southeast Georgia Health System?

• We are mission-focused to provide safe, quality, accessible, and cost-effective care to meet the health needs of the people and communities it serves
• Our workplace is as pleasant and rewarding as the setting we enjoy outside of work -- imagine stepping out of your workspace and into a world of scenic beauty, outdoor recreational activities, mild winters, natural beaches, fine dining, and a full array of cultural and colonial historic attractions
• The chance to work within a culture that is collegial yet professional, has exceptional career-advancement potential, and work/life balance that is practically unparalleled
• Our facility will allow you to use, sharpen, and add to your skills without having to commute to a large city environment
• We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package which includes generous Paid Time Off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs. Sign-on and relocation bonuses are available for select positions.
• The ability to be a part of the prestigious Coastal Community Health, a regional affiliation between Baptist Health and Southeast Georgia Health System. This collaboration forms a highly-integrated hospital network focused on significant initiatives designed to enhance the quality and value of care provided to our contiguous communities

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Join our team today to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients and families!