Assistant Nurse Manager PCU Clinical Observation Unit AdventHealth EAST ORLANDO

Location Address: 7727 Lake Underhill Road, Orlando, FL

Top Reasons to work at AdventHealth East Orlando

• The Observation Unit at full staffing will presently have 32 nurses, 8 techs and 2 HUCs. We also have 4 per-diem nurses. We admit patients from the ED that can possibly be discharged within 30 hours, ED holds waiting for placement on the floor, surgical patients for overnight observation and readmissions. Patientâ™s to the unit are admitted by CAHP. Because of the fast turnover of our patients it isnâ™t the ideal unit for new graduate nurses, hence we do not hire GNs to the Observation Unit.
  
  
• AdventHealth East Orlando, a 265-bed community hospital, has been serving East Orlando residents since 1941 as an innovative local leader that fills a vital need in a fast-growing area
  
  
• A recent 200,000 square-foot expansion project upgraded the hospital to 265 beds, with a spacious patient tower and 80 new private rooms designed to enhance the holistic care experience
  
  
• Annual number of emergency cases: 89,018

Work Hours/Shift:

• Full Time, Days, 7a-7p

*$15,000 Sign-on Bonus available for eligible candidates (see terms below)

*Bonus Details:

• Applicable experience required.
• Full Time employment contract required.
• Rehires within 12 months are not eligible.
  
• Internal Candidates are not eligible.

You Will Be Responsible For:   

1. Lead the Employees â“ Has a working knowledge of performance expectations for all employees on the unit.
• Monitors performance of the staff and reportâ™s findings to the nurse manager or takes corrective action for improvement as appropriate. Uses independent judgment to make recommendations to supervisor/manager regarding:

• Applicant selection for interview and input into the hiring process after actively participating in the interview process. 

1. Performance Improvement - Demonstrates familiarity with the performance improvement model of the organization. 

• Support performance improvement activities on the unit through problem identification, assessment, data gathering, change implementation, and evaluation of outcomes.

1. Critical Thinking â“ Utilizes critical thinking skills in the performance of their duties as an ANM
• Supports the planning, organizing, and leading of the unit through application of critical thinking skills
2. Business of Healthcare Delivery â“ Utilizes a working knowledge of health care economics and healthcare public policy as it applies to the delivery of patient care
• Understands the broad impact of reimbursement on the delivery of patient care services, including but not limited to Medicare, Managed care, Medicaid, third party providers, challenges to current health care policies, and key legislative initiatives at the local, state, and national level.
3. Technology â“ Demonstrates an understanding of the technology utilized on the unit.
• Is highly knowledgeable in the supply and medication management systems of the unit

What Will You Need:

• Associateâ™s degree or Diploma in Nursing
• Specific experience as delineated by the unit of employment (see competencies)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Prior management experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

• Current valid State of Florida or multi state license as a Registered Nurse
• BLS certification
• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS, NRP) per specialty/unit requirements

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:

• Professional certification

Job Summary:

The ANM is a registered professional nurse who supports the Nurse Manager or Director in overall operations of their assigned unit.  Is able to demonstrate critical thinking skills, creativity, and has the knowledge to manage resources to achieve quality performance, positive employee relations, and compliance with hospital guidelines. The ANM is skilled in coaching, mentoring, and leading a professional and technical team in the delivery of services to our patient population. The ANM assures quality of care is delivered to our patients and demonstrates effective stewardship of scarce resources. Is supportive of change activities on their unit and works to assure implementation of change that may occur.  Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.