RN Associate Director NICU
Company: Banner Health
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: October 25, 2024
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Job Description:
R Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Neo-Natal ICU-Hosp
Work Shift:
Evening
Job Category:
Nursing
Banner Health was named to Fortune's America's Most Innovative
Companies list for the second year in a row for 2024 and named Most
Trustworthy Companies in America by Newsweek. We're proud to be
recognized for our commitment to the latest health care
advancements and excellent patient care. Banner Health was
recognized on Becker's Healthcare 2024 list of 150+ top places to
work in healthcare. This list highlights hospitals, health systems
and healthcare companies that prioritize workplace excellence and
the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing, and fulfilment of their
employees. These recognitions reflect Banner Health's investment in
team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and
continued education.
Join our 20 bed level IIIA Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at
Banner Estrella Medical Center that delivers professional and
compassionate care to families in the Phoenix community. The NICU
is part of the Women & Infant Services Department which has been
recognized numerous times over the past few years as a Patient
Experience Top Performer. Our highly skilled team includes
experienced bedside registered nurses, licensed nursing assistants,
Neonatologists, NNP, Respiratory Therapist, development specialist,
Speech Therapists and IBCLC certified lactation consultants that
care for the patient population. If you are a nursing leader who
loves neonatal care and can provide an excellent patient experience
at every touch point, there is no better time than now to be a part
of our team. Banner Estrella was recognized as Banner's 2024 Best
of the Best (Large Hospital Category). This award honors entities
across Banner that demonstrate exceptional work and innovative
patient care.
As a NICU Associate Director, you will be leading alongside a team
of dedicated leaders and associates with expertise in evidenced
based patient and family centered care. Our talented 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. Take the next
step of your nursing journey and join our amazing NICU team and
help us continue in the provision of exceptional and compassionate
care. This position requires a flexible evening or night shift
schedule.
Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 317-bed acute care hospital
providing a full range of health care services to the fast growing
communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an innovative,
fully electronic facility that features electronic medical records,
computerized physician order entry, digital radiography,
sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact, we've been
named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the country" by
Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and World Report
as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is also designed
to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and
their family members. We encourage the use of such therapies as pet
therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.
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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Banner Health is dedicated to being a great place to work by
offering market-competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a
variety of work options to attract and retain talented teams. Join
a culture that focuses on innovation and helping our teams achieve
their career goals, embrace diverse perspectives, and have
professional pride. Banner has been recognized by Becker s
Healthcare as one of the 150 top places to work in health care and
also made Newsweek s list of America s Greatest Workplaces
2023.
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country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in
all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals,
health centers and clinics, research centers, labs, physician
practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals
provide exemplary care with access to the latest technology and
research. The many locations, career opportunities and benefits
offered here help to make the Banner journey unique and fulfilling
for every employee.
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