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Registered Nurse - House Supervisor - Park City Medical Center - Salt Lake City, UT

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Intermountain Healthcare is a nonprofit system serving Utah and Idaho. One of the nation´s leading integrated healthcare systems, ranked # 1 or 2 by Modern Healthcare for all of the past eight years, Intermountain provides world-class service in 21 hospitals and more than 140 health centers, clinics, homecare and urgent care facilities. Intermountain has a reputation as a pioneer in continuous quality improvement and clinical programs.Being part of Intermountain means joining a world-class team and embarking on a career filled with opportunities, innovation and fulfillment. Our mission is: excellence in the provision of healthcare services to communities in the Intermountain region which drives our 29,000 employees and more than 3,300 physicians. Doctors, hospitals, and health plans work together to take healthcare to new levels of excellence. Intermountain is recognized as a leading healthcare system and a model for what is right in American medicine.The Nursing House Supervisor is responsible for supervision & coordination of nursing activities on a hospital-wide level. Seen as an extension of the departmental managers in their absence and is delegated the responsibility to act as nursing administration as assigned with hospital administrative personnel available on-call. This is only a PRN positionThe Nursing House Supervisor serves as a resource/facilitator for patient care and assumes responsibility for Patient Care Services/Nursing Administration duties on nights, weekends, holidays and weekdays when other hospital and Department managers are not available. This person makes rounds on the patient care units and is available as needed for issues that benefit from management help and/or intervention. This position is responsible to be a clinical and service resource, to ensure appropriate patient placement, supervise clinical activities, maintain disaster training skills, and to coordinate safe and appropriate patient care between all departments and disciplines.The Park City Medical Center will be a convenient resource for local healthcare needs and for stabilizing patients who require transport to Salt Lake City for more critical care.The new Park City Medical Center will be open for patient care this September and will offer a wide-range of services, including:24-hour Emergency CareSix state-of-the-art Operating RoomsFamily & Internal MedicineOrthopaedic & General SurgeryCardiac CarePediatricsObstetrics & GynecologyRadiology/Imaging The Park City Medical Center is conveniently located at Quinn´s Junction in Park City, just off Highway 40.Be part of a dynamic healthcare culture in a world-renowned resort town! -Must have a current license as a Registered Nurse that allows you to practice in the state of Utah, or be license eligible.-Excellent public relations, negotiating and prioritizing skills are necessary.-Demonstrated clinical competence of five years RN experience required with two years in an acute care hospital and RN Management experience preferred.-BLS for health care provider (CPR) certification required with ACLS preferred.-ICU/ER experience is preferred.-Must be able to function in high pressure situations.-Bachelor´s Degree is required, BSN is preferred.-Physical ability to make multiple rounds during a 12 hour shift is required.

Qualifications:BSN or BA/BS in health care or closely related field required. Masters degree preferred. Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Current California RN license required. CPR certificate required. **BSN and National Health/Nursing Administration Certification or MSN are required for Pediatric and NICU Departments for facilities that are CCS certified or desire CCS certification. This requirement applies to Bellflower, LAMC, San Diego, Fontana and Orange County.Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually five (5) to six (6) years), including management experience(usually three (3) to four (4) years). Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations. Demonstrated interpersonal and management skills.Duties:Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. Ensures that services meet members�, physician and internal clients� needs in a changing, competitive health care market. With Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and SCPMG staff, develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care.Manages and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within assigned department and across the continuum of care. Ensures staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO, federal, state, and local requirements; establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members� and internal clients� expectations. Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. Develops and monitors department�s budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources.Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. Ensures on going staff development. Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organization�s goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. Develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety and risk management issues. Patient Safety:Accountable to promote an organizational culture of safety and ensure appropriate patient safety standards and guidelines are implemented consistently in the delivery of health care to our patients, including but not limited to: JCAHO, National Quality Forum, and Leapfrog. See Patient Safety Management Accountabilities Addendum for job specific accountabilities. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente�s Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente�s policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives.Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors. Kaiser Permanente is an EEO/AA Employer.

Kaiser Permanente is looking for a Nurse Manager

INTERNAL POSTING PERIOD: 10/16/09 - 10/20/09IF YOU ARE A COLORADO INTERNAL EMPLOYEE, YOU MUST PLACE YOUR BID ON THE BID LINE 303-614-1510, NOT ONLINE.PREFERRED SKILLS: Must be able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills that include but are not limited to: flexibility, collaborative, communications, an ability to take initiative.JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for patient focused, quality, effective, efficient, nursing care and service behaviors of staff supporting the practices of physicians and other medical providers. Accountable for role clarity, communication, and performance management of staff so that the staff is best able to participate successfully as members of care teams. Supervises and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in providing patient focused nursing care and related medical services in support of the physician practices in the medical offices. Partners with the physician leaders in creating a culture of commitment to patient focused service, excellent support of physician practices, innovation, compliance, ethics and integrity. Accountable for creating a culture of compliance, ethics and integrity. Maintains knowledge of and assures departmental compliance with Kaiser Permanente´s Principles of Responsibility and policies and procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Responds appropriately, including required reporting, to observed fraud or abuse.POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado. Must be a graduate of a RN program that meets Colorado State Board of Nursing curriculum requirements. Bachelor´s degree required. Highly prefer Bachelor´s degree in Nursing. Three years of nursing leadership experience required. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills required. Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) strongly preferred.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises, leads, role models and coordinates the activities of personnel engaged in providing excellent patient focused care and supporting physician practices through the provision of integrated, effective and innovative nursing practices and related medical services. Interviews, selects, evaluates, motivates, orients, trains, coaches\counsels, disciplines and terminates unit personnel in collaboration with physician leaders and in compliance with requirements of EEO/AA goals, union contracts, and personnel policies of the organization. Continually improves service and staff productivity. Improves quality in partnership with CPMG. Monitors, identifies and investigates competency issues and service or support deficits associated with daily operations and overall patient care within the unit(s) and develops and administers corrective measures in collaboration with Permanente physicians to ensure safe and efficient working conditions. Acts as a liaison between the physician group, the patient care unit, and the call center to ensure effective communication for overall patient care services.Collaborates with other facility leaders to design systems for providing high quality patient care services. Ensures highest nursing standards and monitors clinical nursing practice and documentation within the department to meet and/or exceed appropriate nursing and licensing/accrediting agency guidelines and/or standards. Is accountable for outstanding support of physician practices. The nurse manager collaborates with the physician and the physician manager in managing labor relations. Coordinates and adheres to budgetary needs for operation of the unit in collaboration with medical group leaders. Monitors quality assurance projects in collaboration with physician group. Maintain current information and knowledge of all applicable Kaiser Permanente policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations, and accreditation standards. Ensures that the training activities incorporate all applicable KP policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations, and accreditation standards. Position requires working with interruptions, occasionally working with bio-hazardous waste, and working around machinery and moving equipment, such as wheel chairs. Standard medical office environment. May be required to lift patients using proper lifting technique.Essential Responsibilities: In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors. Functional and Environmental Factors available upon request.SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PMSTARTING SALARY RANGE: $5,650 - $7,353 (Monthly)Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is focused on three integrated components of health care: Acute, Community and Primary Health. VCH operates 102 health care centres in 17 municipalities, including BCs largest hospital and one of Canadas largest research institutes. Our specialties include Trauma, Neurosciences, Bone Marrow Transplants, Burns and Plastics, Solid Organ Transplant, Public/Community Health and Mental Health. Our talented, dedicated health care teams characterize the cultures and lifestyles of our coastal mountain communities and the city of Vancouver.Job Title: Patient Care Supervisor - Vancouver Acute Work Site: Vancouver General Hospital Status: Various Start Date: As Soon As Possible Salary: $36.75 - $44.31 per hour CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:***Please include the Job Reference #s of interest in your cover letter***Job Reference # 029711Status: Regular Part Time (0.54)Shift: 0700-1900/1900-0700 - (Rotating weekends and holidays with some 7.5 hour evenings)Job Reference # 029713Status: Regular Part Time (0.51)Shift: 0700-1900/1900-0700 - (Rotating weekends and holidays with some 7.5 hour evenings)**Remember to include the job reference # of interest in your cover letter.**JOB SUMMARY:Practices in accordance with the standards of professional practice and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC) as well as within a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of the organization. Acts as on-site administrator accountable for the overall clinical and administrative effectiveness of service delivery of all programs during the evenings, nights, and weekends at all Vancouver Acute sites (Vancouver General Hospital, UBC Hospital and GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre). Assesses the efficiency and effectiveness of patient services interfaces between clinical programs and/or departments, providing consultation and/or direction to facilitate achievement of program goals. Oversees and administers the provision of care and has responsibility for providing direction and supervision to nursing, allied health and support staff at all Vancouver Acute sites. Makes critical decisions and solves complex problems which impact patient care, patient safety and patient flow. Ensures optimal staffing levels are maintained by facilitating alignment/realignment of staffing resources and delegating work responsibilities, in accordance with collective agreements/administrative policies. Facilitates successful resolution to customer service/client relations issues. Develops and maintains primary working relationships with on-site medical and clinical healthcare providers, management and administrative personnel. Works collaboratively with community staff, physicians and health care providers to provide an integrated and seamless continuum of services. Represents on-site administration to internal/external stakeholders including other health care administrators, community agencies and physicians; refers to Operations Directors and/or Duty Administrator for support and guidance as necessary. Responds to urgent calls to address issues of an immediate nature related to patient/public safety and/or the organizations reputation. Participates in the development, review and revision of policies, procedures and protocols. Collaborates in preparing, monitoring and evaluating the budget; ensures prudent use of resources and approves and monitors staff overtime. Provides direct patient care in emergent situations.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience: Baccalaureate in Nursing, Masters preferred, supplemented with leadership and business management courses. Seven to ten (7-10) years recent clinical experience including two (2) years progressive leadership experience in a supervisory and/or administrative capacity in an acute care setting or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Current practicing registration with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC).Knowledge & Abilities:Comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice within a client/family centered model of care and of CRNBCs standards for nursing practice. Demonstrated ability to plan and implement plans of care in relation to client/family priorities and to assess client responses to care and respond appropriately. Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events and handle conflict situations. Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff and staff from outside agencies. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and work direction and foster team-work and a commitment to excellence. Comprehensive knowledge of various health care disciplines and their role within health care. Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills to patient flow and access issues. Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work in a continuously changing environment and to identify variances and implement strategies leading to desired outcomes. Ability to foster an environment that values client/patient centered care, risk taking, innovation, adaptability, flexibility and critical thinking. Demonstrated systems analysis capability. Demonstrated ability to effectively plan, implement and evaluate patient care outcomes. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Basic computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs and ability to utilize a computerized patient care information system and bed management technology. Demonstrated skill in CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Ability to operate related medical equipment and supplies. Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.Short-listed candidates will be contacted; others will be kept in our database for future consideration.***Employees of VCH who apply to this posting using this site will be considered with other external candidates. Seniority will not apply.***Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

Department Manager/Leader opportunity in Sacramento, CA!

This position supports Kaiser Permanente’s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer.DEPARTMENT: AdministrationSCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Monday through Friday 7:30am to 6:00pm; Saturdays 7:30am to 4:00pm; Days and Hours may vary based on department need.EDUCATION: BSN or BA in health care related field strongly preferred. Masters degree preferred. Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Current California RN license required. BLS certificate required. Current BLS for Health Care; WOCN certification preferredPOSITION SUMMARY: Manages 24-hour departments providing patient care services. Ensures staff provides high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which complies with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development.QUALIFICATIONS: Extensive nursing experience in both patient care and management/leadership roles required (usually 5 years). Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, and other local, state, federal regulations. Previous supervisory experience required (usually 4 years). Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Extensive nursing experience in both patient care and leadership roles required (usually 5 years) required.2. WOCN certification or prior management of wound care & ostomy programs (usually 3 years) required.3. New program research & implementation highly preferred.4. Knowledge of The Joint Commission, Nurse Practice Act, and other local, state, and federal regulations.5. Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills (verbal & written) and ability to work collaboratively on a multi-disciplinary team.6. Demonstrated knowledge & role modeling of KP’s organizational goals - exemplary customer service, accessible & safe patient care, quality standards, and efficient, cost effective operations.DUTIES: Manages the operations of 24-hour departments that may be at multiple locations. Ensures Assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements. Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal client’s expectations. Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. Ensures ongoing staff development. Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organizations goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. Oversees and develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety, and risk management issues.OTHER DUTIES:This is a TPMG out-patient clinic operations position reporting to the Service Director for the NVLY Wound & Ostomy Care program and the Dermatology/MOHS service line.1. Provides leadership & operations management for named departments at multiple NVLY sites.2. Collaborates on appropriate staff mix, screening, hiring, and training, retention, and ensuring competency standards for all staff.3. Manages & resolves human resources, safety, compliance, and risk issues.4. Monitors financial performance and collaboratively develops budgets & strategies to maximize resources, reduce redundancy & waste, and plan for future directions.5. Maintains current knowledge and applies critical thinking skills in writing, reviewing, and revising standards and process improvements.6. Researches & applies advanced wound care and ostomy knowledge for program development and expansion.Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP’s code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.

The Nursing Research and Development at cedars promotes high quality patient care by assuring competent, and appropriate nursing care throughout the Medical Center.The Nursing Supervisor acts in a leadership role as the Administrator on Duty. He/she coordinates staffing on a housewide basis to support the expectations and philosophy of CSHS, to provide quality patient care, provides personnel counseling in emergency situations. The Nursing Supervisor guides nursing staff in the provision of nursing care consistent with Nursing Standards of Care/Practice, Plan for Provision of Nursing Care.A valid California Registered Nurse License. Bachelor�s Degree (preferably in nursing). Minimum of two years clinical experience, two years previous experience in a management role. Full command (verbal and written) of the English language. Will be working a flexible work schedule including weekends. Must be able to perform assigned duties in a demanding work environment

Excellent Job Opportunity!

Qualifications: BSN or BA/BS in health care or closely related field required. Master´s degree preferred. Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Current California RN license required. CPR certificate required. Three (3) to four (4) years in the clinical care of L&D and two (2) to three (3) years prior management experience. BSN and National Health/Nursing Administration Certification or MSN are required for Pediatric and NICU Departments for facilities that are CCS certified or desire CCS certification. This requirement applies to Bellflower, LAMC, San Diego, Fontana and Orange County Clinical nursing experience relevant to a given position/department (e.g., emergency nursing, medical surgical) required (usually five (5) to six (6) years), including management experience (usually three (3) to four (4) years). Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, JCAHO, and other local, state, federal regulations. Demonstrated interpersonal and management skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual (English/Spanish), AWHONN Fetal monitoring instructor, lactation consultant. NRP Hospital based instructor. Duties: Through department assistant managers and staff, manages the delivery of nursing services and patient care which meet or exceed cost, quality, clinical and utilization standards and performance measures. Ensures that services meet members´, physician and internal clients´ needs in a changing, competitive health care market. With Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and SCPMG staff, develops strategic/business plans to achieve integrated services across the continuum of care. Manages and ensures continuous improvement of all clinical practices, services and operations by designing and implementing systems, processes and methods to evaluate and improve patient care within assigned department and across the continuum of care. Ensures staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO, federal, state, and local requirements; establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members´ and internal clients´ expectations. Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care. Develops and monitors department´s budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service. Determines the appropriate staff mix for department and develops processes to screen, interview, hire, train, and maintain the competency of all department staff. Ensures on going staff development. Develops, implements, and monitors departmental policy and procedures which support the organization´s goals and business objectives and ensures they are met. Develops standards of care and standards of practice, directs fiscal management, and quality improvement activities. Manages and resolves human resource, employee and department safety and risk management issues. Patient Safety:: Accountable to promote an organizational culture of safety and ensure appropriate patient safety standards and guidelines are implemented consistently in the delivery of health care to our patients, including but not limited to:: JCAHO, National Quality Forum, and Leapfrog. See Patient Safety Management Accountabilities Addendum for job specific accountabilities. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente´s Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente´s policies and procedures. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente´s Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente´s policies and procedures. Notes: Schedule varies.