Job Summary:

The emergency department nurse manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the emergency department, ensuring high-quality patient care, efficient staff management, and adherence to healthcare regulations and standards.  It involves leadership, strategic planning, and coordination to enhance patient outcomes and maintain a supportive and collaborative work environment.  Responsibility for nursing education includes developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for nursing staff.  This role ensures that educational initiatives meet the standards of healthcare practices and regulatory requirements.  The nurse education will provide mentorship and support to nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development.  Record keeping, reporting, compliance, and policy adherence will be the primary employee health nurse duties.  As an infection prevention nurse, the individual will be responsible for implementing and managing infection control policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Currently registered nurse in Texas.  Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration preferred.  Minimum of 5 years’ experience in emergency nursing, with at least 2 years in leadership or managerial role.  Experience with infection prevention or willingness to attend certification class with intention of obtaining CIC. 

Work Environment:

Employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach, and climb.  Talking and hearing essential for communication. Must assist frequently with lifting. Works in well lighted, ventilated office area, indoors. Contact with patient often occurs and rooms may be dark, bright, hot, or cold, depending upon patient.

Physical Abilities:

Ability to perform physical tasks related to patient care and emergency response.  Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.  Physical and clerical work required.  Involved some walking, occasional lifting, bending, stooping, and squatting

Working Schedule:

Salaried, full-time position, with occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Leadership and Management
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate ED nursing staff including RN, LVN, Paramedic, and support staff.
  • Develop and implement staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and support for professional development.
  • Facilitate team meetings and ensure clear communication within the department.
• Patient Care and Safety
  • Oversee the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based nursing care in the ED.
  • Ensure compliance with established clinical protocols and patient safety standards.
  • Address and resolve patient care issues and complaints in a timely and effective manner.
• Operational Management
  • Monitor and manage departmental budgets, including supplies, equipment, and staffing costs
  • Coordinate with other departments to streamline patient care and enhance service delivery.
  • Implement and oversee quality improvement initiatives and performance metrics.
• Compliance and Documentation
  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, state and federal regulations, and accrediting bodies.
  • Prepare and submit reports on departmental performance, patient outcomes, and compliance.
• Training and Development
  • Identify training needs and organize educational programs for nursing staff.
  • Stay current with advancements in emergency care and integrate best practices into the department.
  • Update and revise educational materials based on current best practices and enhancements in healthcare.
• Develop, implement, and maintain infection control policies and procedures in accordance with current regulations and guidelines such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (DCD) and the World Health Organization (WHO)
• Conduct routine surveillance of infection rates and patterns, investigate infection outbreaks, and report findings to CNO and CEO.
  • Conduct audits for compliance with infection control practices to include hand hygiene, use of PPE, and Sterilization techniques
• Provide consultation and support to staff on infection prevention and control matters
• Regularly review and update infection control policies and procedures based on new evidence, guidelines, and best practices.
• Quality Improvement
  • Monitor and assess clinical performance metrics and patient satisfaction scores
  • Implement and oversee quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational processes
• Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies.
  • Prepare for and participate in regulatory inspections and accreditation surveys.

Report to:

Chief Nursing Officer

Supervises:

Emergency department nursing staff including RN, LVN, Paramedics, and support staff

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive.   List of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified.

I certify that I have read this job description and fully understand and shall fulfill all duties as outlined in this job description.

Rice Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment Application

For an application, download from link above, come by or call:

Rice Medical Center
Sanjuana Martinez
Human Resource Department
600 S Austin Rd
Eagle Lake, TX 77434
(979) 232-7102
(979) 234-3000 Fax

Send completed application along with resume to:
sjmartinez@ricemedicalcenter.net