ICU- Nurse Manager

Job Description

• Operational Management:
• Manage all operations of the ICU, ensuring adherence to patient care standards and facility policies.
• Maintain performance improvement activities and participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives.

• Assume 24/7 accountability for the management of nursing and support resources within the ICU.
• Communicate effectively with staff, providers, and leadership, aligning with the mission and strategic goals of KRMC.

• Implement, review, and revise standards of practice to reflect the evolving needs of patients and care delivery in the ICU.
• Ensure efficient delivery of patient care through safe, cost-effective practices.

• Drive departmental operations to achieve quality improvement and patient satisfaction objectives.
• Act as a liaison between patients, physicians, and staff to facilitate high-quality patient care.

• Address cultural practices that do not interfere with medical care while promoting a respectful environment.

• Develop, communicate, and implement policies and procedures; monitor compliance to minimize risk factors.
• Ensure availability of clear, concise, and current written guidelines for staff.

• Maintain established staffing plans to ensure adequate coverage for optimal patient care.
• Lead the performance appraisal system, providing routine feedback and conducting annual reviews.

• Work closely with Human Resources to resolve employee and labor management issues.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to utilize patient satisfaction survey findings for unit-based customer service initiatives.

• Build a culture of teamwork and respect among all stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, fostering professional development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a clinical discipline required; Master’s Degree in a clinical discipline, Business, or Healthcare Management preferred.

• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications (PALS and NIHSS within 90 days of hire).

• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical acute care hospital experience; at least two (2) years in management/leadership roles.
• Recent experience in a critical care setting or leadership preferred.