Title : Manager, Patient Care – Med / Surg
Site : Aurora Medical Center West Allis
Address : 8901 W Lincoln Ave
West Allis, WI 53227
Salary : $104,104 - $156,208
Advocate Health – Midwest Region
- Comprehensive Relocation Assistance available
WHO WE ARE : Advocate Health is the nation’s third largest, nonprofit healthcare enterprise. In December of 2022, four mission driven health systems came together to do more, be better, and go faster to provide equitable care for all in North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, and Wisconsin :
Atrium HealthAdvocate Health CareAurora Health CareWake Forest University School of MedicineTogether, we operate 68 hospitals and over 1K ambulatory centers. We support the careers of 155K team members, 42K nurses, 21K physicians who care for 6M patients annually. Our combined $6B in community benefits enables us to foster healthier communities.
Come explore the enterprise whose accolades include : “ Top Workplaces”, “ Top 100 Hospitals ”, “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care”, “Top Diversity Organization”, “ Best Places to work for Women and Diverse Managers ”, and “ System for Change Award” .
Our Commitment to You :
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards : benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including :
Compensation
Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and / or trainingPremium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s jobIncentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performanceBenefits and more
Paid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsEducational Assistance ProgramSchedule Details / Additional Information :
Business hours Monday through Friday with rotating off-shift call coverage. Visibility for off-shift teammates as needed
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE :
Coordinates and manages all resources necessary to provide optimal nursing care, including availability of staff resources, patient care supplies and automated patient care systems. Effectively manages resources through systems management and coordinates system issues to assure optimal patient care.Maintains an optimal level of productivity, based on the coordination of efficient 24-hour staffing and scheduling patterns and labor management standards.Evaluates the quality of patient care provided by department staff by using standards of practice, patient outcomes and other quality indicators to include peer review, incident reports, use of policies and procedures, evaluation of equipment, supplies and products; ensures appropriate resources are available for department performance improvement initiatives.Develops service strategies and monitors service levels against indicators to demonstrate improvement in customer and patient satisfaction. Coordinates and integrates services with other areas.Maintains and promotes effective relationships with and between patients, families, department staff, other departments, medical staff and their support staff, other health care facilities and vendors. Acts as a liaison between medical and nursing staffs as necessary.Facilitates evidence-based nursing by creating an environment that encourages utilization of evidence in practice and decision-making to maintain quality, cost and customer service; ensures integration of evidence in congruence with departmental, organizational, and strategic goals.Participates in shared governance councils and provides feedback as requested. Makes recommendations for changes in nursing practice to shared governance councils and promotes new approaches and concepts. Supports shared governance by holding staff accountable and by monitoring and counseling department representative(s) to ensure role compliance.Responsible for attaining and maintaining department's compliance with the Joint Commission (TJC) on Accreditation and other regulatory bodies.Develops and communicates change initiatives. Achieves care management targets in area(s) of responsibility and achieves target improvements in employee engagement. Plans for staffing needs appropriately meeting established productivity benchmarks and achieves patient loyalty targetsAssists physicians and other departments with development of new services, identifying potential new sources of revenue and / or assisting in the marketing of existing and new programs.Performs human resources responsibilities for staff which include interviewing and selection of new employees, promotions, staff development, performance evaluations, compensation changes, resolution of employee concerns, corrective actions, terminations, and overall employee morale.Develops and recommends operating and capital budgets and controls expenditures within approved budget objectives.Responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that personal actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations and laws applicable to the organization's business.WHAT YOU WILL NEED :
Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.Education Required :
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.Experience Required :
Typically requires 5 years of experience in nursing that includes experiences in multiple areas. Includes 1 year of supervisory experience in managing a staff and budgets in a nursing environment at the supervisory / management level.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Advanced knowledge of nursing management concepts, clinical practice, and facilities policies and procedures.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to deal with conflict resolution.Strong aptitude in human resource management.Ability to handle multiple demands simultaneously.Sound decision making and critical thinking skills.Proficient in use of computers, software, and other electronic systems.This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Aurora Health Care is the largest health system in Wisconsin and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. The state’s largest private employer, the system serves patients across 17 hospitals, more than 70 pharmacies and more than 150 sites of care. Aurora Health Care, in addition to Advocate Health Care in Illinois and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
Taking care of our team members and leaders is a top priority . We strive to develop and maintain an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and thrives. Supporting careers and professional development is one facet of caring for our leaders through structured leadership onboarding, enhanced tuition reimbursement, progressive developmental programs, succession planning and mentoring performance excellence. Competitive compensation, eligible annual incentive plans and comprehensive health care packages are top of mind to care for your financial health and well-being. If needed, our comprehensive relocation package helps get you here.
Salary : $104,104 - $156,208
