Assistant Nurse Manager MSICU/PCU

Job Overview

• Assistant Nurse Manager – MSICU/PCU
• Location: Bethesda North Hospital – 10500 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242
• Job Type: Full Time Nights

About TriHealth & This Role

The Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU) at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital is a state-of-the-art critical care environment specializing in complex and high-acuity patient care. The Unit is split into 14 beds for PCU and 28 beds for ICU. Our MSICU is integral to our Level III Trauma Program and Comprehensive Stroke Program, providing cutting-edge treatments for trauma and stroke patients.

We offer a range of advanced critical care services, including Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) for patients requiring extended dialysis and soon will offer care for patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD). Additionally, we utilize Ultrasound-Guided Peripheral Intravenous (USGPIV) techniques for optimal patient care and comfort. Our unit is committed to the professional growth of our nurses, offering a Critical Care Nurse Development Program, designed to provide continuous education and hands-on experience for those looking to advance their expertise in the critical care field.

With a strong emphasis on collaboration, technology, and education, the MSICU PCU at Bethesda North Hospital provides exceptional care for critically ill patients in a dynamic and supportive environment Why You’ll Love This Role High ‑ acuity critical care experience in a modern ICU/PCU environment (28 ICU beds + 14 PCU beds). Exposure to advanced therapies including CRRT and ultrasound ‑ guided PIV (USGPIV) techniques. Be part of major service lines supporting trauma and stroke patients through specialized programs.

Schedule & Location FTE: Full ‑ Time Shift: Nights Location: Bethesda North Hospital – MSICU/PCU (On ‑ site)

Benefits Snapshot

TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources. Learn more : https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Job Overview

This position has 24-hour accountability for their area of responsibility. This accountability encompasses: patient care outcomes, service excellence, human resource issues, fiscal management, quality improvement compliance, and communication. Emphasis should be placed on creating a positive environment that fosters professional growth and retention. This environment is supported by this position acting as a role model and as a mentor and coach to the staff. Job

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
• 2 - 3 years experience Progressive Leadership in Nursing in a related field (Required)
• 1 - 2 years experience Clinical in Nursing (Required)
• Membership in related professional organization preferred
• Registered Nurse
• Other Certification within specialty area within two years of assuming position
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Job

Responsibilities

Assists in assuring the delivery of quality patient care to achieve desired outcomes. Participates in formulation/revision of unit clinical and administrative practice policies and procedures in accordance with the goals of the organization and nursing division. Disseminates current evidence-based nursing/healthcare information through effective meetings and oral or written communication.

Encourages initiative and teamwork and facilitates competency in maintaining high standards of care. Demonstrates and encourages autonomy by staff in identifying opportunities for improvement and utilizing process management techniques. Participates in and supports the Nursing Quality, Safety & Service Plan and associated activities.

Assists with timely submission of quality improvement data. Facilitates the dissemination of research findings and the integration of evidence-based guidelines and practices into health care. Evaluates the care environment to ensure that it is safe and healthful for patients and staff.

Acts as a clinical and administrative resource for unit personnel. Plans, organizes, and evaluates the provision of care by collaborating in a collegial manner with physicians and other members of the health team. Maintains ongoing professional development through continuing and formal education, specialty certification, professional organization membership and/or leadership and participation in hospital-based and community service programs.

Engages in self-assessment of role accountabilities on a regular basis, identifying areas of strength as well as areas for professional and practice development. Retains competency to provide patient care as needed. Assists in overall nursing operations, which includes annual planning in support of system-wide initiatives.

Coordinates and assists as necessary in patient care on designated shifts. Manages nursing unit in absence of nurse manager. Determines equipment needs and monitors supply use and equipment repair.

Determines staffing needs in relation to recommended staffing levels. Approves time and attendance as appropriate. Adheres to the TriHealth Code of Ethical Business and Professional Behavior.

Assumes on-call responsibility for designated specialty as requested. Assists with budget preparation. Collaborates with nursing management to establish and implement the goals and objectives of the nursing division, department, and unit.

Builds collegial relationships with physicians, unit staff, and other members of the health care team. Assists in the overall responsibility to recruit and retain staff: Interviews, hires, and coordinates orientation of staff; Utilizes counseling and progressive discipline as needed. Provides a work environment which is conducive to staff retention.

Creates a supportive environment for teamwork. Assumes responsibility for the development of employees: Develops staff through identification of educational and organizational opportunities in collaboration with nurse educators. Coaches and mentors staff through ongoing performance feedback.

Provides guidance to Shared Leadership Committee. Fulfills all aspects of the performance appraisal and/or peer review program in a timely manner.

Other Related Information

Direct Report FTEs = 10-19 The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speak to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advanced degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice; all nurses to foster, support, and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.

Working Conditions

Bending - Climbing - Rarely Concentrating - Consistently Continuous Learning - Consistently Hearing: Conversation - Consistently Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently Interpersonal Communication - Consistently Kneeling - Rarely Lifting 10 Lbs. - Consistently Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely Lifting 50 Lbs. - Occasionally Pulling - Rarely Pushing - Rarely Reaching - Rarely Reading - Consistently Sitting - Consistently Standing - Rarely Stooping - Rarely Talking - Consistently Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently Use of Hands - Frequently Color Vision - Occasionally Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently Walking - Frequently Leadership Performance Standards TriHealth leaders create a culture of engagement, safety & reliability and high performance by consistently modeling and utilizing the following TriHealth Way leadership competencies, tactics and ALWAYS Behaviors to drive strategic pillar results:

Achievement of Annual Pillar Goals

• Safety/Quality, 2) Service, 3) Growth, 4) Culture/People, 5) Finance

Leadership Competencies

• TriHealth Way of Leading
• TriHealth Way of Serving
• Transformation Change
• Drive for Results
• Build Organizational Talent

Leadership Tactics

Conduct department huddles. Generally, clinical departments hold daily huddles, non-clinical hold weekly huddles. Regularly Round on Team Members, using questions from the rounding log.

• 25 or fewer team members = monthly
• 26-50 team members = every other month
• 51+ (and optional team members) = quarterly

Lead monthly team meetings using meeting agenda template; review stoplight report; cascade key leadership messages. Model, coach and validate team members use of TriHealth Way behaviors (AIDET + Promise, Always Behaviors and Always HEARD). Recognize team members for safety wins, positive performance and demonstrating SERVE and ALWAYS behaviors, TriHealth Way of Leading, Serving and Delivering Care.