Nurse Manager

Nurse Manager - Surgical

City: FALLS CHURCH Type: Full Time Shift: Day Facility: INOVA FAIRFAX HOSPITAL Schedule: Monday-Friday Department: 110652-Inova Fairfax Hospital-SURGICAL T7 WEST Hours Per Pay Period: 80.00 Req #: 20039 Whether you seek opportunities in a community setting or an academic medical center, the depth of Inova Health System can allow you to achieve your goals, recognize your contributions and inspire excellent patient care. Exceptional careers as Registered Nurses come from exceptional career opportunities. Work collaboratively alongside other talented nursing professionals. NURSE MANAGER RESPONSBILITIES: Manages clinical and non-clinical staff, including day-to-day supervision, employee relations, and staff development. Serves as primary liaison and information resource for unit. Oversees the provision of therapeutic care in a holistic, evidence-based environment which produces excellent patient care with optimal patient outcomes. Utilizes the quality process and best practices to improve clinical operation of the unit. Supports Inova's mission and strategic plans. Provides input to budget development and attainment of fiscal goals. Ensures unit compliance with quality, safety, regulatory requirements and JCAHO standards. Job Education Requirements : JOB REQUIRMENTS: Two years of clinical experience related to the unit's scope required; previous first line management experience preferred. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven leadership skills and be highly effective at leading a team and fostering a team environment. Must demonstrate professionalism, be customer-focused, have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain partnerships. Must have strong problem-solving capabilities, be able to effectively prioritize, to serve as a mentor and resource to other RNs. LICENSING/CERTICIATION REQUIRMENTS: Specialty certification in area related to unit's clinical scope required at time of hire or within six months of hire. Must be licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse. BLS certification required. EDUCATION REQUIRMENTS: Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) required, or completion of BSN program within 12 months. Masters degree in Nursing (MSN) or evidence of pursuing on a continuing basis preferred.