Job Information
University of Utah Health Nursing Manager - HMHI in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for their assign nursing unit. In support of the organization's goals and mission, the incumbent supports the CNO and Nursing Director in leading the functions of their assigned area. The Nurse Manager works directly with nursing leadership to ensure patient safety and quality of care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Job Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Performs to required standards for job specific responsibilities and technical competencies.
Talent Management
- Hiring, training, developing, and communicating with staff.
Financial Management
Responsible for developing, monitoring and achieving budget goals.
Manages labor and non-labor expenses to budget or flex budget.
Manages revenue to budget to maximize potential revenue.
EPE/Service
Responsible for patient satisfaction scores within assigned area(s).
Responsible for upholding PROMISE standards of direct reports and team members.
Quality
Responsible to achieve quality goals for assigned area(s).
Manages and promotes continuous process improvements in assigned area(s).
Performance Management
Responsible to provide staff feedback on performance, including on-time appraisals and coaching.
Responsible to deal with conflicts in a proactive manner and to reach resolution in a timely manner.
Building Relationships
Forms positive relationships with staff, peers, and senior leadership to support the mission, vision, values, and performance standards of the organization.
Actively engages staff with updates and news as well as involving staff in decisions and work teams. Provides feedback and recognition when appropriate.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of the department.
Knowledge of assigned department's area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required
Bachelor's of science in Nursing.
Three years of nursing experience.
Licenses Required
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- Master's degree in Nursing.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Occasionally this position may be required to provide patient care and may need to exert up to 100 pounds in pushing, pulling, or moving objects such as medical equipment or in providing medical care to patients. When providing patient care, they be be exposed to infectious diseases or be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.
Inpatient Medical Psychiatry
We specialize in treating patients with acure psychiatric illness as the primary reason for admission who also require ongoing treatment or follow-up from variety of specialties.
Internal Medicine, Radiology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech, Dialysis, Moran, HCI, Burn, Plastics, Dental, Dermatology, High risk, ECT, Transplant, ect.
12 bed Inpatient Psychiatric unit located in the main hospital.
5 Shared Patient Rooms
2 Private Rooms
One ADA compliant
One negative air pressure
Quiet room, 2 consult rooms, one large day/activity room, and one small day room.
1 seclucion room
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 72040
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule 0800-1700
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department UUH IPC 38W PSYCH ACUTE IMP
Category Nursing
Workplace Set Up On-site
