What are the responsibilities and job description for the NURSE MANAGER position at Los Angeles County?
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITYEXAM NUMBER : Y52865FILING START DATE : 02 / 04 / 16 AT 8 : 00 A.M.- UNTIL THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.ABOUT LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES : The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) is the second largest municipal health system in the nation. Through its integrated system of 25 health centers and four (4) hospitals and expanded network of community partner clinics – DHS annually provides direct care for 600,000 unique patients, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of over $6.9 billion.THE MISSION : “To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.”DEFINITION : Under general direction, administers an assigned nursing program or organizational unit with responsibility for planning, selecting, and / or devising the methods and procedures to be used and for directing nursing supervisors and / or other personnel in the accomplishment of designated goals.CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS : Positions allocable to this class have responsibility for performing the full range of technical and administrative supervisory functions for subordinate nursing supervisors and personnel. Nurse Managers are responsible for assisting in the planning, development and implementation of operational policies and procedures for nursing services. Such positions give direction through first line supervisory personnel and usually receive direction from clinical nursing directors.RESPONSIBILITIES : Develops, interprets and directs the implementation of nursing philosophy and objectives, departmental policies and procedures, and applies recognized standards of nursing care and practice.Plans, selects, and devises nursing operations, work methods, procedures, work flow and standards for quality and quantity of work, including staffing standards.Assigns, directs and reviews the work of subordinate supervisors and / or other nursing personnel.Prepares formal answers to, and recommends the adjustment of, grievances and disciplinary matters.Determines personnel, material, equipment, and facilities needed to accomplish program goals.Prepares budget for assigned area or program and is responsible for adherence to approved budget.Monitors and evaluates operations for compliance with licensure, accreditation and regulatory standards.Establishes, implements, and evaluates quality of care for assigned area or program.Performs other duties as assigned.SELECTION REQUIREMENTS : TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE : To qualify, candidates must meet all of the following requirements : A current active license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.A Bachelor's degree in nursing or closely related health field from an accredited program.Two years of experience as a registered nurse providing technical and administrative supervision to registered nurses and other nursing staff in the provision of nursing care or services. Experience must have been gained within the last five years.Current certification in accordance with the American Heart Association's Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) Program.LICENSE(S) AND CERTIFICATE(S) REQUIRED : A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.EXAMINATION CONTENT : This exam will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon information on the application and supplemental form weighted 100%. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION : APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or recession of appointment.DEPARTMENT CONTACT : Germine Margosian, Exam Analyst(213) 288-7000Gmargosian@dhs.lacounty.gov#J-18808-Ljbffr
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