Clinical Nurse Manager
Clinical Nurse Manager
- 515108
- Fort Worth, Texas, United States
- Staff
Title: Clinical Nurse Manager
Employee Classification: Manager, Clinical Nurse
Campus: University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth
Division: HSC-Health Systems
SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Systems & Clinical Aff
Department: HSC-HSC Health Administration-335001
Job Location: Fort Worth
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
UNT Health Clinical Practice Group is the academic clinical practice for UNT Health. Focused on improving health outcomes to build a healthier community. Clinical Practice Group primary and multispecialty care clinics are located on the UNT Health campus in Fort Worth. Our care teams extend to local hospitals, surgery centers, long-term and continuing care centers, and mobile and in-home care. The Clinical Practice Group’s interprofessional teams work collaboratively to achieve an optimized treatment plan tailored to the individual patient. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, specialized technicians, and nurses work together while intentionally integrating health care students, residents, and fellows to deliver care to our community.
Position Overview
The Clinical Nurse Manager will work in partnership with the Clinic Managers and Medical Directors to administer and coordinate all clinical and nursing obligations within UNT Health Clinical Practice Group locations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, nursing, or other closely related field, active nursing licensure and five (5) years related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to listen, understand, and assimilate a variety of information.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret contracts, regulations, and reports.
- Ability to apply concepts and trend analysis to practical situations.
- Ability to solve practice problems and to deal effectively with a variety of variables.
- Ability to interpret a variety on instructions, rules, and regulations furnished in written, oral, diagram, and schedule form.
- Computer literate with the ability to use Microsoft Office; NexGen knowledge preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing, Business Administration, or Healthcare Administration. Supervisory experience
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Active and unencumbered registered nurse (RN) in Texas or other compact state; BLS for healthcare providers
Job Duties
- Supervision: Ensures compliance with all HSC Health policies and procedures.
- Responsible for hiring, discipline, conflict resolution, and evaluations for clinical staff and associated human resources functions.
- Assists providers and senior management in establishing, implementing, productivity, and performance goals for all employees directly supervised, as requested.
- Clearly communicates with staff daily.
- Clinic Operations: Nurse management of clinical operations for the assigned HSC Health locations.
- Serves as the key problem-solving and conflict resource for patient, provider, and staff complaints for areas of concern, in conjunction with the Clinic Managers and/or Medical Director.
- Apply evidence-based healthcare practices and nursing standards; Review patient and staff data to measure effectiveness of patient care.
- Coordinate department and clinic communication-focused activities, including monthly staff meetings, regular and frequent leadership meetings, including meetings with Clinic Managers and Medical Directors.
- Responsible for the effective oversight of patient flow. Sets the clinic tone and example for all operational processes.
- Financial Reporting: Ensure best practices related to purchasing and supplies maintenance.
- Understands, develops, tracks, and recommends staffing models.
- Contributes to overall financial status through mindful spending and implementation of revenue-generating initiatives.
- Process/Continuous Improvement: Actively lead and participate in both department and clinic redesign activities to ensure the highest standards of behavior and performance are met.
- Monitor patient care for quality, safety, and satisfaction. Collaborate with other clinic leaders as well as interdisciplinary teams and other stakeholders to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services.
Physical Requirements
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
- Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Hazards
- Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
