Summary

The Asst. Nurse Manager is a professional nurse who manages the daily operations of a department (s)to provide services for patients while meeting quality, legal, organizational and medical staff goals.
Responsible for promoting the efficient operations to provide effective nursing care of a designated department (s).
Manages the department independently under the guidance of an Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies, JCAHO and the Nurse Practice Act.
• Promotes optimum health care delivery within budgetary guidelines.
• Is responsible for department(s) on a 24 hour basis.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

� Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

� BS in nursing or health related preferred

Required Length and Type of Experience

� Minimum of 3-5 years� progressive management experience in acute health care setting

� Knowledge of Florida Nurse Practice Act, Joint Commission requirements

� Knowledge of infection control practices

� Knowledge of quality improvement practices

Required Licensure, Certification or Registry

� Current BLS, ACLS, certification approved by the American Heart Association

� FL RN License