Assistant Nurse Manager - Postpartum

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL - Birmingham, AL

Job Title: Assistant Nurse Manager - Postpartum

Position: Management of Women's Services department

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City: Birmingham

State: AL

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Job Responsibilities

Supervises, coordinates, and evaluates nursing care delivered within Women’s Services, ensuring compliance with established clinical standards and organizational policies.
Utilizes evidence-based practices and performance improvement methodologies to guide clinical decision-making and improve patient outcomes.
Engages employees in identifying and implementing risk mitigation and quality improvement strategies, resulting in measurable enhancements to safety and care delivery.
Analyzes data to identify trends, develop actionable plans, and implement improvements that enhance department performance and patient satisfaction.
Leads the rollout of tactical action plans, individual goals, and accountability measures to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to resolve operational issues, participate in program planning, and ensure seamless communication across teams.
Monitors and evaluates operational and quality performance metrics, implementing performance improvement activities to enhance care delivery and efficiency.
Manages daily operations, including resource allocation, scheduling, and budgeting, to achieve targeted growth and financial objectives.
Conducts patient case reviews, resolves patient concerns, and ensures the delivery of safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care.
Develops, reviews, and updates departmental policies, procedures, and practice standards to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
Mentors and develops staff through training, education, and professional development opportunities to build a high-performing team.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Strong clinical knowledge of Women’s Services, including obstetrics, gynecology, and neonatal care.
Proven leadership and team-building skills to foster collaboration and employee engagement.
Proficiency in using data and performance metrics to guide decision-making and quality improvements.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with diverse teams, patients, and stakeholders.
Financial acumen in managing budgets, resource allocation, and departmental growth.
Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards applicable to Women’s Services.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address operational and clinical challenges.

Preferred Skills

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Requirements

Experience: 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience in Women’s Services required; 2-4 years of leadership experience preferred

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration or a related field preferred

License & Certification:

RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
ACLS issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required or NALS - Neonatal Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

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