Clinical Manager Med Surg ICU Full Time Nights

pstrongDesert Regional Medical Center/strongnbsp;is a 385-bed acute-care hospital classified as a stroke receiving center and level 2 trauma facility with an innovative, patient centered and evidence-based Rehabilitation Services Department. Our compassionate team provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including acute care rehabilitation, joint replacement amp; spinal surgery, neurosurgery, ICU, Telemetry, step-down care, skilled nursing, as well as outpatient therapy, hand and lymphedema clinics.nbsp;/p pstrongGENERAL DUTIES:/strong/p pThe Clinical Manger is responsible for the day-to-day shift operations in the ICU Department.nbsp; He/she manages human resources at the unit level in a cost-effective manner.nbsp; The clinical Manager promptly and fully investigates and resolves complaints of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians, advising management / administration appropriately.nbsp; The Clinical Manager demonstrates an ability to respond and provide direction in changing workload during crisis and emergency situations.nbsp;The Clinical Manager accepts responsibility for helping employees understand difficult administrative decisions.nbsp;Access to all Patient Health Information for treatment purposes only./p pShift: Nights/p pHours:nbsp;/ph3Responsibilities/h3divpstrongDEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES:nbsp;/strong/pulliObtains information and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs./liliDemonstrates knowledge of growth and development.nbsp;/liliUnderstands the range of treatment needed as appropriate to the nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; ages of the patients served./liliParticipates in the management of human resources through assisting, evaluation, counseling, and hiring of staff.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliEnsures that current criteria-based job performance standard and Applicable competencies exist for each member of the staff./liliEnsures that performance evaluations are completed in a timely fashion for both annual and probationary evaluations./liliFacilitates the appropriate completion and timely submission of human resource documentation./liliAppropriately counsels and disciplines staff in a timely manner./liliInterviews and hires staff./liliCoordinates timely attendance at hospital orientation and all mandatory continuing education programs for employees./liliAssures current, comprehensive, and timely department-specific orientation for all new employees./liliMaintains current records on all employees at unit level to include yearly certification, current licensure, evidence of continuing education and compliance with unit competencies./liliMaintains an open communication with staff on organization, national health care and professional issues./liliPromotes sound staffing practices by optimizing the utilization of humannbsp;/liliResources keeping in line with established bench marking and acuity data./liliUtilizes individual patient classification system which predicts nursing care requirements by shift, and maintains documentation to discern trends and patterns of nursing care delivery by shift and staff mix in the daily staffing of the unit./liliAssesses and assists in the implementation of staff development and cross-training as needed./liliSupports all hospital programs to include, but not limited to, risk management, safety, infection control./liliPerforms the scheduling function./liliFacilitates unit work flow and teamwork.nbsp;/liliAssists in and understands YTD compliance with labor hour benchmark per unit of service./liliActs to facilitate interdepartmental interactions./liliDemonstrates effective problem-solving./liliAssists in the completion of standards of care, policies, and procedures are appropriate and current and that they have been reviewed with all staff members.nbsp;/liliAssists in the review and revise of policies and procedures as necessary, but not less that every three years./liliAssist the Director in the development and accomplishment of department long and short term goals./liliAssists in the controls and monitor of supply costs to achieve flexed budgeted costs on a quarterly basis./liliIdentifies areas of cost savings through labor and supply utilization efficiencies and communicates suggestions to Director./liliMaintains personal current knowledge and expertise in the specialty field of the department, and of regulatory/liliAssists in development of a department strategic plan./liliFacilities and supports the clinical strategic plan./liliFacilitates and supports the organizational strategic plan./liliIntegrates PI into daily operations./liliUtilizes PI philosophy in developing strategic directions./liliAssists in the collection of data for unit based improvement, and other ongoing reviews which serve as quality trending./liliObtains feedback on a regular basis from others within own and other departments.nbsp; nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliCollaborates with Director on mechanisms for improvement./liliCommunicates self and staff concerns through proper written and verbal channels and utilizes problem solving skills to suggest mechanism for correction./liliAssists in the communicating, cooperating, and performing related duties with other members of the hospital staff courteous and efficient manner to actively contribute to overall hospital goals and objectives./liliActs as a team member within the department and within the organization./liliDemonstrates effective, positive, and responsible relationships with patients, families, medical director amp; key physicians, employees, management amp; administration, and related outside agencies./liliAssures timely follow up of patient, family, staff; and physician concerns after consultation with the Director and communicates outcome to Director./li/ul/divh3Qualifications/h3divpstrongRequired:/strong/pp5yrs Clinical Manger/ Charge RN experience required in ICU/pulliCurrent California RN License/liliBachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school/liliCurrent American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintain current at all times)/liliCurrent American Heart Association ACLS Certification (maintain current at all times)/liliCurrent American Heart Association PALSnbsp;/liliMust successfully complete EKG test within the first 30 days of entry into this position/liliNIHSS within the first 30 days of entry into this position/liliMinimum of 3 years’ clinical experience/liliDemonstrated clinical competence and leadership skills/liliDemonstrated ability to present self in positive and professional manner/li/ulpstrongPreferred:/strong/pulliMaster’s degree./liliPrevious management experience./liliCompletion of TCAR Class/li/ulp#LI-JS4/ppTenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law/p/divh3About Company/h3divbuCareers at Tenet/u/b div bubr//u/b /div div At Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do. /div div br/ /div div As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential. /div/divh2Company/h2divbuWho We Are/u/b div bubr//u/b /div div We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community. /div div br/ /div div buOur Story/u/b /div div bubr//u/b /div div We started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care. /div div br/ /div div We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many "firsts" in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others. /div div br/ /div div buOur Impact Today/u/b /div div bubr//u/b /div div Today, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions. /div div br/ /div div Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions. /div div br/ /div div Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day. /div/div