Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS)
Associate Nurse Manager - Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery
Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS), Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well‑being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that has served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.
Primary Purpose Responsible for assisting in the daily management of unit activities including staff supervision and development, planning, budget, quality and facility operations and coordinating patient services to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes.
Minimum Specifications Education Bachelor’s degree in nursing, preferred.
Experience Must have three (3) years of professional nursing experience.
Certification/Registration/Licensure
Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license
Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Must have current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification on hire or placement in role. Certification must be from the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Must have current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) OR, Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certification on hire or placement in the role. Certification for NRP must be from the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Must have Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring Training Intermediate upon hire or placement in the role. Current incumbents will have until October 1, 2025, to secure the credential and upload it on to PeopleSoft.
Must have current NRP certification upon hire or placement in role. Certification must be from one of the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Skills or Special Abilities
Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards.
Must be capable of serving as a clinical resource for staff.
Must have a working knowledge of assigned department operations including policies, personnel and budget management.
Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in working with a diverse population of physicians, patients, nursing staff, management and administration.
Must demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.
Responsibilities
Assist in the daily management of unit activities to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Develop staff schedules to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to internal and external customers. Directly supervise time, attendance and patient care activities of assigned Nursing and ancillary staff. Motivate, counsel, guide and evaluate staff. Delegate tasks effectively. Participate in the selection and orientation of new staff. Ensure that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge.
Provide patient care, assess patient needs, plan discharge and arrange support services to ensure effective, high quality patient care. Serve as a clinical role model and educational resource to ensure high quality, effective patient services.
Maintain and implement knowledge of all Parkland, The Joint Commission and clinical area rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines and ensure that employee activities are in compliance.
Identify and analyze the design of jobs, work processes and flows in the unit. Implement appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Track and trend survey charts and other data sources and provide periodic reports. Monitor quality management practices on the unit including Nursing Standards and Practices, competencies and accreditation of staff. Collaborate with staff, physicians, administration and risk management to evaluate and improve patient services.
Track the effectiveness of unit policies and procedures and assist the Manager in policy development or revision. Develop and evaluate staff activities to promote knowledge of all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines that impact the unit and ensure compliance. Educate patients and families on rules and regulations and update procedure manuals.
Maintain a collaborative work team to ensure positive working relationships. Communicate effectively with physicians, students, and other departments such as Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Property and Linen Services. Maintain good communication with other hospitals, government or regulatory agencies and community representatives.
Effectively manage the facility as measured by cleanliness, proper type, amount and functioning of equipment and overall environmental safety. Oversee timely and effective maintenance of equipment and rooms.
Assist in developing and administering the annual operating, capital and payroll budget to ensure that the unit has the necessary funds to carry out established goals and objectives. Monitor charges and supplies, initiate orders and supervise capital improvements.
Assist management in developing annual goals and objectives for the unit that reflect the mission and philosophy of Parkland and meet department goals.
Serve on multidisciplinary, department and Nursing committees as selected and assigned.
Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Primary Purpose Responsible for assisting in the daily management of unit activities including staff supervision and development, planning, budget, quality and facility operations and coordinating patient services to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes.
Minimum Specifications Education Bachelor’s degree in nursing, preferred.
Experience Must have three (3) years of professional nursing experience.
Certification/Registration/Licensure
Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license
Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Must have current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification on hire or placement in role. Certification must be from the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Must have current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) OR, Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certification on hire or placement in the role. Certification for NRP must be from the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Must have Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring Training Intermediate upon hire or placement in the role. Current incumbents will have until October 1, 2025, to secure the credential and upload it on to PeopleSoft.
Must have current NRP certification upon hire or placement in role. Certification must be from one of the following:
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Military Training Network
Skills or Special Abilities
Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards.
Must be capable of serving as a clinical resource for staff.
Must have a working knowledge of assigned department operations including policies, personnel and budget management.
Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in working with a diverse population of physicians, patients, nursing staff, management and administration.
Must demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.
Responsibilities
Assist in the daily management of unit activities to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Develop staff schedules to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to internal and external customers. Directly supervise time, attendance and patient care activities of assigned Nursing and ancillary staff. Motivate, counsel, guide and evaluate staff. Delegate tasks effectively. Participate in the selection and orientation of new staff. Ensure that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge.
Provide patient care, assess patient needs, plan discharge and arrange support services to ensure effective, high quality patient care. Serve as a clinical role model and educational resource to ensure high quality, effective patient services.
Maintain and implement knowledge of all Parkland, The Joint Commission and clinical area rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines and ensure that employee activities are in compliance.
Identify and analyze the design of jobs, work processes and flows in the unit. Implement appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Track and trend survey charts and other data sources and provide periodic reports. Monitor quality management practices on the unit including Nursing Standards and Practices, competencies and accreditation of staff. Collaborate with staff, physicians, administration and risk management to evaluate and improve patient services.
Track the effectiveness of unit policies and procedures and assist the Manager in policy development or revision. Develop and evaluate staff activities to promote knowledge of all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines that impact the unit and ensure compliance. Educate patients and families on rules and regulations and update procedure manuals.
Maintain a collaborative work team to ensure positive working relationships. Communicate effectively with physicians, students, and other departments such as Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Property and Linen Services. Maintain good communication with other hospitals, government or regulatory agencies and community representatives.
Effectively manage the facility as measured by cleanliness, proper type, amount and functioning of equipment and overall environmental safety. Oversee timely and effective maintenance of equipment and rooms.
Assist in developing and administering the annual operating, capital and payroll budget to ensure that the unit has the necessary funds to carry out established goals and objectives. Monitor charges and supplies, initiate orders and supervise capital improvements.
Assist management in developing annual goals and objectives for the unit that reflect the mission and philosophy of Parkland and meet department goals.
Serve on multidisciplinary, department and Nursing committees as selected and assigned.
Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. #J-18808-Ljbffr