Directs and coordinates clinical activities in the department. Maintains responsibility for planning and managing patient care, departmental activities and personnel. Provides leadership and direction in accordance with organizational goals and objectives. Maintains responsibility and accountability for 24 hour per day management. Demonstrates the ability to work with the patient's growth, development and psychosocial needs specific to each population being served.
Position Qualifications: (Training, Education, Experience, Skills and Abilities)
Experience as an Assistant Nurse Manager or comparable management/leadership role.
Excellent communication (oral & written) and interpersonal skills.
Maintains professional competence through continuing education and learning experiences.
3-5 years of experience in related clinical field, 1-2 years management/leadership experience preferred.
Basic computer knowledge.
Demonstrates advanced level leadership, problem-solving, decision making, communication skills. High tolerance for stress. Demonstrates positive interpersonal and strong people skills. Demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty.
Graduate from an approved nursing educational program as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN); BSN in nursing preferred.
Current Florida State license as a Registered Nurse.
Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training Certification.
ACLS and BLS required and other specific requirements depending on specialty unit (PALS, NRP, STABLE, etc.)
Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with all levels of the organization.
Palmetto General Hospital opened its doors in 1971 with just 50 beds. Today, our hospital serves more than 130,000 patients per year. From bariatrics to breast cancer imaging, we’ve received many designations for quality care. Although we appreciate these prestigious honors, we are most honored by the opportunity to serve you and your loved ones. We’re committed to finding new ways to improve and make our hospital the best place for patients, physicians and employees. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you, and we are here any time you need help.
