Med/Surg Nurse Manager

Med/Surg Nurse Manager

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Benefits:

Here at Gunnison Valley Health, your good work will be rewarded. In addition to a competitive salary, a generous and affordable medical/dental/vision plan, and an employer matched retirement plan that increases with years of service, there are other great perks including:

• Up to $250 in your first year toward your unique Lifestyle Spending Account, and dependent care matching plan
• A culture that values continuing education, backed up by a robust tuition reimbursement plan
• Relocation assistance & help with local housing
• Paid time off benefits with an accrual rate of 10.77% in your first year of employment and increasing with years of service
• Access to mental health, financial health and wellness as well as life coaching with our Employee Assistance Program
• Free nutrition consultations, and discounted fitness membership at Western Colorado University Fieldhouse
• Deep discounts on food and drink in the cafeteria
• No traffic, and a scenic commute to the office

Share your talents in providing compassionate and high quality patient care in a hospital setting, ensuring the well-being and comfort of patients while supporting the mission and goals of GVH. We need your expertise to keep our community healthy and thriving!

Where you’ll live:

Some define happiness by their job title and salary, while others pursue quality of life. Our community combines the best of both worlds by fostering a growing outdoor industry business hub in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. The Gunnison Valley, which includes the towns of Gunnison and Crested Butte, is a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and adventurers. We are deeply connected with our surrounding environment, neighbors and growing community. This is the kind of place where hard work is rewarded, whether that means a day on the mountain or at the office.

Requirements:

To be seriously considered for this role, you’ll need to have:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing must be obtained within three years of hire date.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years acute care nursing experience. Prior charge nurse, supervisor, coordinator or formal nursing leadershilp experience.
• Licenses/Certification: Currently, valid Colorado RN License and BLS certification

Responsibilities:

We are committed to improving the health of our community by delivering exceptional care and services. As the leader of the team in the Med/Surg Department you will:

• Support and provide oversight of the daily M/S staffing and operations while promoting a safe and therapeutic work environment.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, providers, case management, social work, and support services to plan, direct and evaluate care for patients and families
• Provide leadership, direction, coaching and accountability for nursing staff and other team members
• Ensure the delivery of safe and effective care for patients and families
• Oversee daily unit operations including staffing, patient assignments, patient flow, prioritization of care needs, resource allocation and escalation of operational concerns.
• Maintain complicance with hospital policies, scope of practice requirements, state and federal regulations and patient safety practices
• Lead and participate in quality improvement, regulatory readiness, patient safety and patient experience initiatives and develop and implement action plans to address issues.
• Serve as a liaison between the M/S unit and other hospital departments promoting strong interdepartmental communication

Physical Requirements:

Occasionally (1-33%) Reach across midline, crouching/squatting, stooping, stairs, carrying (0-20 lbs(

Frequently (34-66%) Standing, walking, sitting, change position, reaching, handling, pinching, lifting (0-20 lbs), pushing/pulling (20-50 lbs)

Continuously (37-100%) Must be able to see with corrective eyewear. Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Compensation: Exempt - $1720.00/week - $2,666.00/week, depending on experience.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Gunnison Valley Health provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

There is no deadline to apply for this position; we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a finalist is selected.

Benefits Eligibility

Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period in a Full Time or Part Time position are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire.

Full Time staff are automatically enrolled in 401A plan as of date of hire.

Life and AD&D insurance: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.

Short-term and long-term disability: All active employees working 60 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.