What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic Nurse Manager position at West Wichita Family Physicians, PA?
Location: Wichita, KS, 67212
We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and dynamic Clinic Nurse Manager to lead our clinical nursing team. The Clinic Nurse Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating the nursing staff, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, and maintaining efficient and effective clinic operations. This role combines leadership, clinical expertise, and administrative duties to support the clinic's goals and objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Staff Management:
- Supervise and lead the nursing staff, including registered nurses (RNs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and medical assistants (MAs).
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to nursing personnel, ensuring adherence to clinic policies and procedures.
- Conduct performance evaluations, offer feedback, and implement professional development opportunities for staff.
- Develop and manage nursing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage for patient care.
Clinical Operations:
- Oversee the delivery of patient care services, ensuring best practices, patient safety, and high-quality care standards.
- Assist in direct patient care, as needed, especially in high-demand or critical situations.
- Monitor patient flow within the clinic, coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure timely and efficient care.
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, medication administration, and other clinical standards.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with healthcare regulations and clinic protocols.
Administrative Duties:
- Collaborate with clinic leadership to develop, implement, and evaluate policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Ensure that the clinic operates in compliance with all healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and legal requirements.
- Manage budget and resources for the nursing department, including inventory and supplies.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient satisfaction surveys to enhance the clinic’s services.
- Assist in recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new nursing staff.
Communication and Collaboration:
- Act as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, patients, and other healthcare professionals.
- Address patient concerns or complaints and work to resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Facilitate communication between nursing teams and interdisciplinary teams to promote collaborative care.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role in a healthcare setting.
- Experience in a clinic or outpatient care environment is highly preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Ability to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations.
- In-depth knowledge of healthcare regulations, nursing practices, and patient safety standards.
- Proficient with electronic health records (EHR) systems and other healthcare technologies.
Working Conditions:
- Full-time position, Monday - Friday from approximately 8 am to 5 pm.
- Primarily based in a clinic setting, but may require travel for continuing education.
- Exposure to various clinical environments, patient populations, and medical conditions.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift or move patients and equipment as necessary.
- Must be able to stand, walk, and move between areas of the clinic for extended periods.
Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO) and retirement plans.
- Professional development opportunities.
West Wichita Family Physicians is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer who believes in the principle and practice of equal employment opportunity. It is our intent that all management actions, such as recruiting, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, terminations and WWFP sponsored training and related activities be administered without regard to race, religion, age, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status or any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. Company is a drug-free workplace, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
