ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER - INPATIENT REHAB

Seattle, Washington


Employer: University of Washington
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Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

$10,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine

UW Medical Center-Montlake - Rehab has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Nurse Manager for RN Clinical Oversight.

WORK SCHEDULE

  • 90% FTE - 60% direct patient care, 30% in-office

  • Variable 12-hour shifts


  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

  • Our 16-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit is rated as #8 for Rehabilitation in the nation, by U.S. News and World Report, and continues to hold CARF (Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) certification. Rehab nurses provide specialized nursing care to patients with the following: spinal cord injury or disease (including tetraplegia with mechanical ventilation); acquired brain injury; stroke; tumor; amputation; neuromuscular diseases; musculoskeletal diseases; solid organ, blood, and marrow transplants; and mechanical circulatory support devices (VADs). Rehabilitation is provided by an interdisciplinary team composed of the patient and family and individuals from many health care disciplines.


  • PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborate with the Nurse Manager to develop and implement unit policies and procedures.

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to nursing staff, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.

  • Assist with performance evaluations and recruitment.

  • Monitor patient outcomes and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

  • Coordinate patient care, including admissions, discharges, and transfers.

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

  • Address patient and family concerns and provide excellent customer service.

  • Participate in budget planning and resource allocation.

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

  • Foster a positive work environment and promote staff development.


  • REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 2 years of current/recent inpatient acute care rehab nursing experience

  • Demonstrated leadership and/or charge nurse experience

  • Active license to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Washington required by start date

  • Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers


  • ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

    UW Medical Center was the first Magnet-recognized facility and continue to hold Magnet certification. The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.

    UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

    Excellence. Exploration. Education.

    ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

    UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public?by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

    All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

    Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

    Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

    The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

    Created: 2024-04-25
    Reference: 227403
    Country: United States
    State: Washington
    City: Seattle
    ZIP: 98109