Nurse Functional Manager

 JOB DESCRIPTION

Nurse Functional Manager

The Center for Elders’ Independence is a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the elderly) organization that uses an interdisciplinary team approach to care planning and care implementation for the purpose of providing high quality, affordable, integrated health care services to the elderly, and promoting autonomy, quality of life and the ability of individuals to live in their communities.

The Position: Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Operational Excellence, the Nurse Functional Manager is responsible for the clinical and administrative management of the PACE Clinics and Home Health Nursing, including initiation, planning, implementation, and improving nursing services with an emphasis on providing quality participant care. Supports the clinical operations in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of nursing staff.  This role provides clinical leadership, promotes standardization of nursing practices, and drives continuous improvement initiatives to enhance care outcomes and operational efficiency aligned with organizational performance and quality measures. The Nursing Functional Manager is responsible for the overall clinical functions focusing on effective and efficient operations of the clinic and home health services to provide value-based care in the PACE setting (center or home-based).

Compensation range for the Nurse Functional Manager role at CEI is $43.81 - $65.71  Offers based on level of experience/education as it applies to the requirements for the position

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for teaching, coaching, training and assessment of clinical competencies of the clinic/nursing staff to continuously improve clinical, financial and service outcomes.
• Ensures clinic/Nursing staff provides the highest quality of care and in compliance with the California Board of Registered Nursing, Board of Vocational Nursing & Psychiatric Technicians, California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants, federal, state and local requirements.
• Leads process improvement efforts with Clinic Supervisors that support evidence-based practices and quality initiatives.
• Develops, implements, audits and communicates clinical practice, policies, and procedures for best practices, evidence-based practice standards, and provides input to Clinic Supervisors and Center Directors on the evaluation of clinic personnel at each PACE location.
• Utilizes quality improvement tools to collect, analyze, interpret, and display data that showed improved processes and patient care and reports during Quality Management meetings.
• Maintains own clinical awareness and competencies as required by the department to assure competency of staff and mentor staff to improve clinical performance and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborates with the Clinic Supervisor and Center Directors by responding and resolving patient care issues.
• Collaborates with other disciplines as needed and acts as a resource to Interdisciplinary teams across the program.
• Contribute to the recruitment, screening and hiring of clinic staff to ensure clinical competence, as needed by Clinic/Center leadership.

• Assesses and maintains a clinic staffing model that efficiently and effectively utilizes the appropriate resources ensuring competency, skill mix and adequate number of staff.
• Manages clinical orientation and onboarding for clinic/home health nursing staff to ensure proper orientation and onboarding in a timely, appropriate, and comprehensive manner to meet all PACE program needs.
• Provides functional and technical Nursing consultation to Clinic Supervisors and Center Operations. Acts as subject matter expert in the development of performance improvement plans.
• Seeks out opportunities to build relationships with Functional Managers and other people resources who can contribute to the success of department's initiatives. Identifies opportunities to improve service delivery and/or program growth.
• Develops, improves, oversees training and monitors clinical workflows for efficiency, quality and satisfaction.

•    Acts as an administrative liaison and resource with administrative support departments and

      assists with regulatory management, including compliance in all areas of PACE Nursing

      services including tools, equipment and participant safety, performance against national   

      benchmarks and established service standards, and preparing the necessary Corrective

      Action Plan (CAP) as needed and in a timely manner.

•    Serves a leadership role in regulatory audits for both preparation and as a subject matter

      expert to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

•    Participates in developing, monitoring and revising department policies and procedures

      consistent with current standards of practice.

•    Determining clinic/Nursing tools/supplies and equipment needs and specifications

      consistent with program needs and budget in collaboration with Clinic/Center leadership.

•    Performs other assigned duties, demonstrating flexibility and a positive proactive approach 

      to participant care and business needs.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent clinical skills, as well as expert knowledge of PACE care delivery model and Interdisciplinary team function.
• Ability to engage and influence individuals and teams to improve performance.
• Excellent verbal and written communications including demonstrated strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Creates a team environment that encourages collaboration, staff participation and ongoing feedback.
• Strong organizational and analytical/problem solving skills in participant care environments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Follows all CEI Policies and Procedures
• Complies with all agency training requirements
• Maintains a safe working environment by following CEI’s Safety Policies & Procedures
• Maintains a courteous, helpful and professional attitude, while displaying a willingness and ability to be responsive to all customer groups
• Strong organizational and analytical/problem solving skills in participant care environments.
• Bilingual abilities a plus
• Proficient in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) software(s), Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations from agencies such as CACFP, OSHA, California Department of Healthcare Services (DCHS), Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) – PACE Regulations.

• Maintains eligibility for licensure by obtaining required continuing education units.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with participants, families and team members.
• Ability to work as a team player in a multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary setting
• Must have a valid California driver’s license, motor vehicle insurance and reliable transportation.

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.  Master’s degree in healthcare related field preferred.
• Current California Board of Registered Nurse License required.
• Current CPR - BLS certification required.
• Have a minimum of (1) year acute, skilled nursing facility or ambulatory care experience, working with the frail or elderly population required.
• Have a minimum of (1) year of leadership and/or project management experience working with cross-functional teams required.

The above job description is designed to provide an overview of the general function

intended to communicate the general function of the above-mentioned position and by no means shall be considered an exhaustive or complete outline of the specific tasks and functions that will be required.  CEI reserves the right to change job descriptions, site assignments, and or work hours as required by the needs of the program.  All employees are expected to perform their duties within their ability as required by the job and/or as requested by management.

Signature: _________________________________ Date: __________________

SUPERVISED BY: Senior Director of Operational Excellence

SUPERVISION OF: N/A