"Assistant Nurse Manager, Periop- Cardiovascular OR- The Ross"

Scope of Position:

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's (OSUWMC) mission is focused on integrating quality patient care, education, teaching and research. The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) Periop assists the Nurse Manager Periop in leading a team of care providers to provide patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members. The ANM Periop promotes a healthy work environment for the team while cultivating collaboration, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team provides patient care and supportive services utilizing the Nursing Professional Practice Model. Care is directed towards the achievement of positive patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient and family involvement in his/her own plan of care, increasing efficiency and decreasing costs.

Position Summary:

The ANM Periop assists with the planning, organization, direction and evaluation of patient care operations for a designated area(s) on a 24-hour basis as required. The ANM Periop is key in operationalizing the Medical Center's mission, vision, values and goals and assists in creating an environment that supports the nursing professional practice model. The ANM Periop contributes to the ongoing operations of the Nursing Department. The ANM Periop, under the guidance of the Nurse Manager Periop, assists in managing, guiding, coaching, and evaluating the work performance of patient care staff in a designated area. Ongoing collaboration with other patient care departments/areas that relate directly or indirectly to patient care operations and services is essential.

Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in nursing required, Masters in Nursing or related field is preferred. Current Ohio RN license. At least 2years of clinical experience in patient care setting required. Holds a current certification in nursing administration or area of clinical expertise; or certification must be achieved within the timeline of eligibility.