What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Department Manager position at South Shore Health?
Job Description
This role involves overseeing the daily operations of the nursing department, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing staff assignments, maintaining inventory, and resolving patient issues in a timely manner.
- Direct and manage the daily operations of the nursing department.
- Participate in the nursing process to ensure quality patient care.
- Delegate staff assignments and maintain inventory levels.
- Resolve patient issues and reports grievances appropriately.
The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to treat patients and staff respectfully, with patience and compassion. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as well as excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
A Graduate from an accredited school of nursing is required, with a BSN degree preferred. Four or more years of previous nursing experience is necessary, with past supervisory experience or demonstrated leadership experience highly valued.
