NURSE MANAGER

Covenant Health - Knoxville, TN

Job Title: NURSE MANAGER

Position:

Job Type: Full Time

Pay:

Shift: Day Shift

Work Type:

Location

Address:

City: Knoxville

State: TN

ZIP Code:

Job Responsibilities

Selects, trains, orients, develops, and evaluates performance of department staff.
Ensures staffing mix and allocation in accordance with departmental guidelines.
Develops departmental budgets and administers operations within budgeted parameters.
Maintains operational reports and records, collecting statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
Coordinates and reports outcomes of nursing activities performed on behalf of the patient.
Establishes and maintains communication between the nursing unit, medical staff, and ancillary departments for problem solving and quality improvement.
Ensures establishment and implementation of unit goals and objectives in alignment with facility and system.
Promotes a safe environment for high quality patient care using evidence-based practices.
Protects patient confidentiality by promoting professional staff communications.
Supervises, institutes, and evaluates nursing interventions and documentation.
Demonstrates competence in performing critical skills according to the age-specific needs of the population served.
Works collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure timely, efficient, and effective patient care.
Facilitates professional development of staff with accountability for staff retention.
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Completes required education assignments annually.
Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Strong time management and prioritization abilities
Advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
Leadership and managerial skills
Effective communication skills

Preferred Skills

Experience in Surgical Intensive Care Units (SICUs)
Experience in Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACUs)
Knowledge of evolving surgical techniques and recovery protocols

Requirements

Experience: Three (3) years of recent clinical experience; Two (2) years of leadership/managerial experience preferred.

Education: Graduate of accredited nursing program required; possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field preferred (required within 3 years in position or effective date of job description).

License & Certification:

Tennessee State registered nurse license

Schedule:

80 hours per pay period

COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Unmatched medical insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan repayment assistance
Certification bonuses
Leadership and professional development programs
Employer-matched 401(k)
Generous Combined Time Off (CTO) program

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

Covenant Health has a patient-focused culture and has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as its 2020 'Best-in-State-Employer' for Tennessee.
CEO attends every new employee orientation and promotes a pledge of excellence.

Facility Details

Name: Covenant Health

Description: An award-winning, certified, and accredited facility with 468 beds, recognized as a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center.

Specialties:

Bariatric surgery
Robotic surgery
Minimally invasive spine surgery

Mission: To always put patients first, strive for excellence in everything we do, and make Covenant Health the first and best choice for patients in our region.