Nurse Manager - M/S Renal -4N

Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care. It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do - in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community. Benefits Eligible Full-Time Benefit Eligible Work Shift Day - 8 Hour or less Shift (United States of America) Department 8730 Nurse Adm-Renal Services The purpose of this position is to provide 24/7 oversight of efficient operations to meet the holistic needs of the patients and families served. Demonstrates high-level leadership accountability in assuring staff competency, financial responsibility, and enhancing Kaweah Health's mission and vision to achieve strategic priorities. QUALIFICATIONS License /Certification Required: CA RN license BLS Kaweah Health approved crisis intervention training within 60 days of hire/transfer. Education Preferred: Bachelor's degree in relevant field Experience Preferred: Clinical area expertise Supervisory experience Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent written and oral communication skills. Effective interpersonal skills, critical thinking and creative problem solving. Department Specific Requirements If assigned to Case Management: knowledge and understanding of: Medicare Rules and Regulations, Commercial Insurance, State and County Programs, Community Resources, Post Acute Care and Criteria. If assigned to Hospice: requires at least three to five years of clinical nursing experience providing palliative care or hospice services. Certified Hospice Palliative Nurse (CHPN) strongly preferred. If assigned to Medical/Renal: requires at least two years acute care experience with preference of working with renal patients. Prefer one year acute care management experience. If assigned to Chronic Dialysis: requires at least 12 months experience as a registered nurse, plus 6 months experience as a registered nurse providing clinical nurse care to dialysis patients, in either a chronic or acute setting; or one year clinic manager experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of Joint Commission standards California's Nursing Practice Act Applicable sections of Title 22 and 17 Applicable Federal guidelines and regulations including HIPPA Policies and procedures for areas supervised National standards for areas supervised Has 24-hour responsibility for the quality of care and performance improvement activities in area of supervision. Organizes patient care and service in areas supervised. In collaboration with the Director and in congruence with the Kaweah Health and unit plan for patient care, based on available staff and the needs of the patient. Demonstrates and utilizes expert knowledge and skills in the area(s) of practice. Assists staff with clinical assessment and decision-making. Responds to unexpected staff shortages by maximizing available resources and assisting staff in the prioritization of patient care needs. Understands the principles of utilization and case management. Ensures that patient care needs are met in a timely manner and that patient care is coordinated across the continuum of services and sites. Coordinates and participates in patient discharge and planning rounds. Demonstrates awareness of the needs and preferences of the medical care providers and provides excellent service. Monitors patients daily through rounds and feedback. Monitors patient care documentation to ensure the adequacy of patient information and compliance with regulatory standards. Uses the Statement of Concern process to report patient care issues. Uses patient satisfaction data to improve care and service. Knows and utilizes the Medical Staff and Kaweah Health chains-of-command. Assesses and documents the competency of each staff member hired for the areas supervised. Collaborates with the Educator on the orientation plan for new staff. Evaluates staff annually. Completes the performance appraisals within 30 days of the due date. Identifies performance or education issues through observation, monitoring patient care outcomes and processes, and promptly communicates concerns to the staff member/s. Uses research findings in the development of policies, procedures, and practice guidelines for patient/resident care. Shares research information with others. Assesses float staff and determines the minimal competencies for staff floated into areas supervised. Utilizes HR policies and procedures to ensure Kaweah Health employment standards are met. Provides adequate staff resources for carrying out the unit plan of care: Demonstrates knowledge of patient classification tools and Title 22 requirements related to patient classification. Uses the patient classification tool to direct staffing. Holds staff accountable for knowledge of and use of patient classification. Responsible for preparing staff schedules that meet the needs of the patient population and average daily census. Interviews and hires new employees. Accountable for attraction and appreciation of staff. Contributes to staff development by assuring continuing education and in-services are available to staff. Communicates effectively with key constituencies: Seeks and listens to feedback from key stakeholders: patients, physicians, staff, and other departments/units. Communicates effectively with other patient care leaders. Communicates and cooperates with other Nurse Managers, Bed Manager and Staffing Facilitators to ensure patient care and staffing resources are coordinated. Actively participates in assigned meetings and projects. Responds promptly to communication from others. Uses e-mail responsibly. Coordinates patient care and service between departments and disciplines. Practice is guided by the Code for Nurses: Decisions and actions on behalf of patients/residents and staff are determined in an ethical manner. Maintains patient confidentiality within legal and regulatory parameters. Acts as a patient advocate and coaches/mentors staff in advocating for patients. Role models the delivery of patient care in a nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory manner that preserves patient autonomy, dignity, and rights. Addendum (essential for specific dept) TRANSITIONAL CARE SERVICES OR SUBACUTE: Knows COBRA regulations and ensures that they are met. Ensures that resident care plans are completed, appropriate, and up to date. In Subacute ensures that the staffing ratios per contract are met consistently. Informs the Director of any shortages immediately. Holds staff accountable for the immediate reporting of all allegations of abuse. Ensures that DHS has been notified within 24 hours of the event. Director is notified immediately. Knows and follows the procedure for the investigation process. Knows and understands the annual CDPH and DHS survey process and ensures that the unit is "survey ready" at all times. All Resident Council monthly report/complaints are dealt with promptly and staff are held accountable for resident/patient satisfaction. CASE MANAGEMENT: Utilizes expertise, knowledge and skills to assist staff with assessment and decisions making for complex patient care issues involving Case Management Practice. Contributes to staff development and cross training of staff to ensure coverage during staff shortages. Oversees activities that address clinical aspects of the denials and appeals process. Ensures Case Management documentation software is utilized efficiently and effectively and staff accurately establishes medical necessity and level of care. Serves as a resource for staff in regards to all payer requirements. Ensures medical necessity criteria are applied to UR/UM Process and variances, discharge plan, insurance authorizations and referrals are documented consistently by Case Management Staff. Kaweah Health RURAL HEALTH CLINICS: Immediately available to Rural Health Clinics for the provision of Nursing Services. HOSPICE: Collaborates with the Director of Hospice Services to ensure the provision of safe, high-quality, cost-effective nursing, medical social work, chaplain, certified home health aide, therapy and volunteer services to hospice patients. Kno Pay Range $59.92 -$89.88 If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.