Manager, Medical-Surgical and Critical Care Unit (CCU) at Northfield Hospital & Clinics – Northfield, Minnesota

• In collaboration with the Director, communicates the mission, values, strategic plan and department goals.
• Serves as a resource and support person in the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
• Maintains current knowledge of trends and advances in nursing practice and professional leadership.
• Coordinates with the Director to ensure availability and operation of necessary equipment and supplies for resident care.

• Interviews, hires, trains, coaches, manages performance and evaluates the staff.
• Ensures adequate staffing. Collaborates with the Director to adjusts staffing plans utilizing national staffing guidelines and department staffing plans.
• Supports a Just Culture and a healthy work environment for positive employee relations and optimum performance that enables people to make good decisions and choose reliable behaviors for positive outcomes.
• Ensures staff remain competent and in compliance with professional development and regulatory standards.
• Maintains a healthy, collaborative team environment.
• Mentors others

• Promotes and monitors regulatory agency standards.
• Upholds customer service expectations for the practice of all aspects of nursing in the department.
• Ensures patient / resident concerns are addressed in a timely manner.
• Monitors, implements, and participates in continuous quality improvement processes regarding topics pertinent to the department.
• Communicates with the Director, various departments, and medical staff to resolve operational problems and improve quality of services.

• Approves and contributes to the orientation and education programs for assigned personnel.
• Coordinates the educational activities of the department with the Clinical Nurse Educator.
• Communicates new / revised policies, protocols, standards and instructions to assigned personnel.
• Creates an environment of professional growth and development.

• Retains clinical proficiency to practice safely.

• Current RN license with the Minnesota Board of Nursing, in good standing
• Bachelor of Nursing degree (BSN) or an Associate degree in Nursing with a Bachelor of Science in another field of study (Must obtain a BSN or MSN within two years of hire).
• Current BLS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current ACLS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Current PALS must be enrolled in NH+C RQI program and complete the requirements within 90 days of enrollment. Must remain current (complete quarterly assignments prior to the end of each calendar quarter).
• Initial Crisis Prevention Certification (CPI) within six months.
• Workplace Violence education in New Employee Orientation and annually thereafter.
• One to three years' clinical experience in medical surgical & CCU.
• Current TNCC certification (if not current, will need to obtain within a year)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Management experience including personnel functions, budgeting, and staff supervision.
• Ability to relate to physicians and other health care professionals.
• Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks.

• 64 hours per two-week pay period
• Typically weekday hours, schedule and weekends may vary based on unit needs
• This salaried position will begin at 0.8 FTE, with the opportunity to increase to 1.0 FTE as unit needs grow

• Paid Time Off accrued starting on first paycheck
• Medical, Dental, and Vision (discount plan) coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles
• Employer-Provided Certifications + Continuing Education
• Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

*This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.