Nurse Manager - Emergency Department at Legacy Health

Gresham, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

118.1

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Communication, Budget Management, Staff Development, Quality Management, Patient Experience Management, Clinical Operations, Staffing, Scheduling, Workflow Planning, Coaching, Interprofessional Communication, Regulatory Compliance, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Education Needs Assessment, Resource Allocation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Why Portland and Legacy Health Mt. Hood Medical Center? Nestled in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Portland, Oregon, offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty. Known for its vibrant arts scene, world-class dining, and an unwavering commitment to sustainability, Portland is a city where creativity thrives, and outdoor adventures are just minutes away. As a community that values diversity and inclusion, Portland is a place where individuals from all walks of life come together to build a better, more connected community. With its eco-friendly initiatives, bike-friendly streets, and robust public transportation, Portland sets the standard for progressive urban living. Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is East County’s full-service hospital, always expanding to meet the community’s growing needs and offering an award-winning patient experience delivered with a personal touch. We offer advanced imaging, a modern emergency department, a welcoming family birth center, surgical services, intensive care, cancer care, gastroenterology and more. Nurses at Legacy embody our mission of making life better for others. It’s evident in their expertise as well as in their kind and caring nature. The Nurse Manager leads by example, overseeing patient care and carrying the Legacy mission into every responsibility, whether it’s staffing, scheduling, budgeting or collaborating with peers. If you are ready to grow with a healthcare system that values your professionalism and compassion, please consider this opportunity. Whether you are drawn to Portland for its unparalleled lifestyle or inspired by the opportunity to be part of an award-winning healthcare institution, Legacy Health Good Samaritan is the perfect place to grow your career and make a lasting impact. As one of the largest employers in the area, people trust Legacy with their health and livelihoods. That is why Forbes named Legacy one of the best large employers in America in 2023. Here is the source: Who We Are | About Legacy | Legacy Health Responsibilities The Nurse Manager serves as the accountable department manager for a designated patient care unit/department(s). She/he has responsibility for all daily operational activities including departmental planning related to staffing, scheduling, and budget, ensuring appropriate systems and processes for the efficient delivery of care, and ensuring safe/high quality care and an outstanding experience for patients and their families. This leadership role assumes 24 hours a day, seven days a week responsibility for all department functions. The manager is responsible for maintaining effective interprofessional communication and a positive work environment that supports and embraces the principles of shared governance. The manager is also responsible for ensuring that staff are educated and competent to care for the patients under their care. The manager routinely collaborates; works effectively with physicians, peers and other Legacy leadership to meet the strategic objectives of Legacy. Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, education, and evaluation of staff. Assesses technical and professional education needs of staff and develops or provides educational resources to meet those needs. Ensures competency of all caregivers. Designs a staffing plan to meet the needs of the patients being served and ensures appropriate allocation of resources to meet departmental needs. Monitors performance of staff and departmental processes. Provides timely feedback and coaching; implements corrective action practices when appropriate. Creates and maintains a positive work environment that supports a culture of shared decision making and open communication. Holds staff accountable for patient and unit outcomes. Plans and manages for the business priorities and clinical needs of the department. Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of patient care services in the department. Develops the departmental budget; makes decisions regarding expenditures of funds to meet department objectives and maintains costs within budgeted amounts. Demonstrates knowledge of applicable statutory, regulatory, and administrative requirements relative to departmental operations / accreditation. Maintains compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Qualifications Education: An academic degree in nursing is required (BSN or MSN/MN); master’s degree required, MSN/MN preferred. Internal candidates promoting from Assistant Nurse Manager may meet the master’s degree requirement with verification of a master’s degree in progress with an expected completion date within 2 years of the promotion date; progress will be reported periodically to the site CNO. Assistant Nurse Managers filling this role on an interim basis are not required to have an MSN/MN in progress so long as the assignment does not exceed 3 months, unless approved by CNO. Experience: Two years of leadership practice experience required. Demonstrated growth in leadership responsibilities and breadth desired. Previous clinical experience specific to the appropriate area of specialty practice is highly desirable. Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of clinical operations, including staffing and scheduling, budget management, workflow planning, staff development, quality, safety and patient experience management. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and leadership skills, and a willingness to lead by example. Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions are essential. Licensure Current RN licensure for applicable state. Specialty specific certification highly desirable. Pay Range USD $78.22 - USD $118.10 /Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you

Responsibilities

The Nurse Manager oversees all daily operational activities for the Emergency Department, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient delivery of services. This role includes staffing, budgeting, and maintaining effective communication within the team and with other departments.