Med/Surg Nurse Manager at Deaconess Illinois – Red Bud, Illinois

Staff Management:

• Recruitment and Training: Hire, train, and onboard new nursing staff.
• Scheduling: Create and manage staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
• Performance Evaluation: Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback.

Patient Care:

• Quality Assurance: Ensure high standards of patient care and adherence to protocols.
• Patient Safety: Implement and monitor safety procedures to reduce errors and improve patient outcomes.
• Patient and Family Communication: Address concerns and provide support to patients and their families.

Operational Duties:

• Resource Management: Manage inventory and resources to ensure the unit is well-equipped.
• Budgeting: Oversee the unit’s budget, including controlling costs and optimizing resource use.
• Compliance: Ensure the unit complies with healthcare regulations and standards.

Coordination and Collaboration:

• Interdisciplinary Teams: Work with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Policy Development: Develop and implement policies and procedures for the unit.

Leadership and Support:

• Mentoring: Provide guidance and support to nursing staff.
• Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve conflicts within the team.
• Professional Development: Encourage and support ongoing education and professional growth.