What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse Administrator (RN) - Tappahannock Hospital position at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems?
Join us in the serene and dynamic environment of VCU Tappahannock Hospital, where we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare to our community and neighboring counties. As a satellite facility of VCU Health, we uphold the same standards of excellence, affordability, and community impact. Situated in the picturesque Middle Peninsula, our hospital serves as a vital healthcare hub, providing essential services including Emergency, Critical Care, Operating Room, and Acute Care Units.
The Clinical Administrator serves as an administrative resource and performs management functions on the non-business hours (evenings, nights, holidays and weekends) for the institution. The Clinical Administrator assists hospital staff in problem-solving service delivery issues between and within departments. Clinical Administrator provides an administrative presence to address patient/family issues related to service delivery. The Clinical Administrator also identifies systems problems during non-business hours (i.e. on the off-shifts and weekends) that contribute to service delivery issues. Assists staff in problem-solving related to the medical and/or nursing care of patients. Coordinates bed assignments and problem-solves barriers related to throughput or patient disposition. The Clinical Administrator may, at times, perform direct patient care appropriate to their level of knowledge, skill and training.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current RN licensure in Virginia
AHA, BLS, HCP Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED:
Minimum of three (3) years of acute care clinical experience Minimum of two (2) years of nursing management experience
Experience PREFERRED:
Five (5) years of acute care clinical experience, Nurse Manager or Supervisory experience
Education/training REQUIRED:
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
Education/training PREFERRED:
Masters Degree in Nursing or other related field from an accredited program
Independent action(s) required:
Has full authority and accountability for actions and decisions within the scope of the position description and hospital policies and procedures.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Works with a small team to provide coverage for evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Other: exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment
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