Location Detail: 289 Windham Rd Willimantic (10534)Shift Detail: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 3P-11:30P, Wed 12P-8:30PWork where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Rushford Center, one of Connecticut’s leading providers of addiction and mental health services, is nationally recognized for delivering outstanding prevention, treatment and recovery programs. We offer a wide range of programs including Acute Care and Evaluation, Residential Addiction Treatment, Individual, Group & Family Therapy, Intensive Outpatient programs and Community Support Programs. Through the passion of our specialists, we continue to treat every patient with care, compassion and respect, while providing affordable and accessible services.Job SummaryThe Assistant RN Mgr-Psychiatric Mental Health is a Registered Nurse (RN) who has responsibility for the supervision of patient care, clinical personnel, and unit operations. This position supervises a work group to ensure that a high quality, cost-effective patient and family centered care is provided in support of the hospital's/facilities’ strategic plan, and the function's goals and objectives. This position works collaboratively with functional leadership and is responsible for the oversight of daily operations of the assigned department including off shift and weekend supervision of nursing and non-licensed staff. This position manages resources, quality improvement, payroll, creating and maintaining colleague schedules and monitors patient throughput to facilitate efficient clinical operations. In addition, this position is responsible for a safe and therapeutic unit environment, which includes working in the department as staff RN to assist as needed.This position supports leadership in ensuring standards of excellence and professional development are fostered and met. This position also participates in and may lead Performance Improvement work in their assigned department.Job Responsibilities<ol style="margin-top:0in;" start="1" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Works with department Charge/Resource Nurse in adjusting the unit staffing pattern to reflect changes in care requirements, patient census and staffing resources.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Manages and develops colleagues to include performance feedback and reviews, promotions, salary recommendations, corrective action and separations. Teaches, coaches and mentors colleagues to encourage their professional growth and development.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Manages staffing schedule and payroll to include monitoring and addressing attendance issues.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Promotes compliance with Joint Commission and other regulatory body standards by consistent rounding and performing tracers and audits.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Assists nursing leadership with investigating and reviewing patient concerns, key performance indicators (KPI), colleague health exposures and compliance issues.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Communicates department/leadership decisions and policies to colleagues. Cascades the flow of information from leadership to the clinical team.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Participates on department and hospital committees.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Performs other related responsibilities as required.</li></ol> <h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Bachelor of Science in Nursing</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Master's degree preferred</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">2 years of acute are nursing experience required</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">At least one year of supervisory experience is preferred</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">1 year experience in a psychiatric setting preferred</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Registered Nurse, State of CT</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Other certifications may be required by specialty</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing and healthcare administration</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrated ability to make sound clinical assessments and institute safe and effective care within the structure of a collaborative health team.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Considerable knowledge of requirements by federal, state or regulatory bodies.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrates knowledge of effective workforce utilization.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Proven ability to lead courageous conversations, hold colleague(s) accountable and manage change and conflict.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Knowledge of all relevant policies and procedures.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Knowledge of high reliability organizations (HRO) and LEAN process improvement strategies.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to lifelong learning as a methodology for promoting continuous quality improvement in the delivery of patient care and services.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ability to manage multiple priorities and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Must be able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrates effective leadership through collaborative partnerships in accordance with Nursing Professional Practice model.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Strong ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environment and in emergency situations.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the mission and vision of the organization.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Proficient in Microsoft Office.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Ensures the presence of a safe and healthful work environment, promoting self-care and empowerment.</li></ul>As a Hartford HealthCare entity, Rushford provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package consisting of:<ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;">Medical and dental benefits</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;">401(k) plan with employer match</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;">Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire, including seven paid holidays</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;">Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs </li></ul>With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

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