Registered Nurse Associate Director NICU
Company: Banner Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: October 25, 2024
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Job Description:
R Primary City/State:
Tucson, Arizona
Department Name:
Neonatal ICU(NICU) T2 D4N-Hosp
Work Shift:
Evening
Job Category:
Nursing
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Join our high-risk Women and Infant's Services Labor &
Delivery/Postpartum/Antepartum Department at Banner University
Medical Center Tucson and become part of our amazing team of
professionals. We provide a range of services from complex
Obstetrical cases to low-risk mothers and infants and those seeking
Midwifery care. Our services include 24-hour OB, MFM, Anesthesia
coverage, and a level 3 NICU. There is no better time than now to
be a part of our team with 12 LDR rooms, 24 Postpartum/ Antepartum
rooms, 2 operating rooms, 3 recovery beds and 4 triage evaluation
beds.
As the Associate Director of NICU you will be leading a
high-quality team with expertise in high risk obstetrics. Our
amazing team drives high clinical outcomes, excellent experience,
and effective resource utilization. The role actively participates
in department and facility wide committees; with the essential
functions focused on daily operations of the unit and reports to
the WIS Director of Nursing. As a member of our team, you will play
a vital role in ensuring our patients receive the best care
possible. Our department specializes in the care of Level III/IV
Neonatal patients providing care for any gestation. Take the next
step of your Nursing journey and join our amazing Labor & Delivery
team and help us continue in the provision of exceptional and
compassionate care. This will be five days per week, regular
business hour. There will be 24/7 accountability with some night
and weekend shift required to ensure night shift staff is
supported. Qualified candidates must have previous RN NICU
experience!
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized
for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care
professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located
on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its
specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive
care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University
Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care
for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is
consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the
prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The
academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the
only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of
the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition
Program for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are
full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and
cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ
transplant program.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides managerial and clinical support to patients
and staff. Uses depth and breadth of clinical management knowledge
to ensure the provision of high quality, safe, and cost effective
patient care. Demonstrates clinical expertise and oversees the
leadership of clinical, financial, and personnel management of the
assigned areas.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Manages and facilitates patient centered nursing care for
designated patient populations by serving as a real-time clinical
expert for unit staff and physicians for escalated problem-solving
on patients, processes, and family issues. Manages the operations
of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management
and resource utilization.
2. Leads change by developing, implementing and evaluating quality
and process improvement initiatives of the department in
conjunction with the director. Seeks and utilizes input from staff
and oversees change implementation. Ensures compliance with
appropriate regulatory agencies.
3. Facilitates communication of system, regional, facility and
department initiatives.
4. Manages and develops the operational and capital budgets and use
of associated resources.
5. Assures the development of staff leadership through the design
of effective shared leadership models and supports career
advancement opportunities. Functions as a role model and encourages
staff to participate in their own development.
6. Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and
retention. Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance
evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to
create a culture of learning.
7. Manages large single unit or multiple clinical units to ensure
excellent patient care. Actively develops leadership of entry level
nurse manager(s) while leading clinical improvement initiatives.
Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians.
External customers include patient family.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BSN or MSN required for all new hires. BSN required for internal
transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.
Requires a current RN license in state of practice. Requires BLS
certification.
Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of clinical care
management as normally demonstrated through two years of clinical
management experience relevant to patient population. Demonstrates
knowledge and skills of specialty area. Requires critical thinking,
communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and
flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple
variables and desired outcomes. Must have the ability to practice
skills according to department and professional standards and
quality requirements. In LTC setting: Requires familiarity with
Alzheimer's disease and developmental disabilities. Employees
working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital or BTMC Behavioral
must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of
hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University
Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of Arizona
Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at
the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family Counseling
Program held at this specific facility. Employees working in the
Banner McKee Senior Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit must possess
an Colorado Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in nursing preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
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