Nurse Manager of Staffing Resources

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine the Nurse Manager of Staffing Resources directs and is responsible for the operational management of the Nurse Staffing Office in collaboration with the Director of Nursing Support Services. Participate in Strategic Planning for the department. Oversee staffing resources through the float pools, per-diem staff and agency pools. Acts as facilitator for staffing resources and safe staffing levels within the Division of Nursing.

Duties of a Nurse Manager of Staffing Resources may include the following but are not limited to\:

Collaborates with the Nurse Mangers/Designees in the regular assignment of all Division of Nursing human resources to support appropriate staffing levels. Makes appropriate daily adjustments to accommodate changes in patient census and acuity.

o Supports nurse staffing by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training nurses, nursing assistants and other support staff.

o Oversees the development of monthly schedules for all float pool, per-diem and supplemental staff in accordance with union guidelines.

o Collaborates with Nurse Managers/designees in the regular assignment of all Division of Nursing human resources to support appropriate staffing levels. Makes appropriate daily adjustments to accommodate changes in patient census and acuity

o Recruit, develops, manages and evaluates direct reports within the Nurse Staffing Office. i.e., Staffing Coordinator, Float Pool Nurse Educator, RN Transport/PICC team and staff assistants.

o Oversee the planning and implementation of orientation/education for all float pools, support teams and supplemental staffing within the Division of Nursing of Support Services.

o Oversee the development of monthly schedules for all float pools, RN Transport/PICC team, per-diem and supplemental staff in accordance with union guidelines.

o Delegate specific tasks to direct reports according to their abilities and the task at hand, providing them with direct interaction and supervision for successful task completion.

o Audit nursing processes and clinical documentation through direct observation and patient interaction to ensure compliance with quality standards.

o Collaborate with Nurse Managers/designees in the regular assignment of all Division of Nursing human resources to support appropriate staffing levels. Makes appropriate daily adjustments to accommodate changes in patient census and acuity.

o Give prior approval for overtime usage in the absence of the Unit Manager.

o Assigns supplemental personnel based on established guidelines in accordance with

o credentialing criteria.

o Float staff based on established guidelines to cover staffing needs in the Division of

o Nursing.

o Supervise, guides and evaluates timely performance of staff through performance evaluations and competencies.

o Ensure full compliance with all aspects of agency personnel contracts.

o Utilizes nurse staffing/scheduling information system in the evaluation of appropriate staffing levels for all inpatient units.

o Participate in committee work surrounding staffing effectiveness and quality of Nursing care.

o Collaborates with the Departments of Human Resources and Labor Relations regarding employee issues/problems, counseling, progressive discipline and termination as needed.

o Promote empowerment of staff by utilizing collaborative approaches and encouraging new ideas.

o Address and facilitate resolution of patient/family concerns and complaints directed to the Nurse Staffing office.

o Advise the Director of Nursing Support Services of all matters pertinent to the administration of Nursing Support Services.

o Ensure full compliance with requirements set forth by accrediting and regulatory agencies.

o Assist with the development and implementation of policies and procedures. Interprets hospital policies to nursing staff and provides opportunistic teaching where necessary.

o Provide for direct day-to-day evaluation of the qualitative and quantitative services to patients and communicates results to appropriate Nurse Manager.

o Support programs of cost containment within the organization. This includes control of overtime and effective scheduling patterns.

o Collaborate with members of the medical staff as well as other disciplines in planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care.

o Maintain regular communication with Nurse Managers regarding performance of staff and clinical performance.

o Ensure the implementation and evaluation of standards of nursing practice. Participates in the Performance Improvement Program activities.

o Collaborate with the Clinical Education Department in the coordination of orientation, continuing education programs and specialized training programs.

o Participate as a member of the healthcare team and various interdisciplinary committees to improve patient care and meet patient needs.

o Function as Nursing Support leaders during Emergency Management events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications\:

· Current license and registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State

· Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field

· Five years’ supervisory experience

· Proficient in Excel data extraction and reporting, Word, PowerPoint, Clairiva, Capacity Management, Cerner applications, Microsoft Teams, Tableau and Sharepoint

· Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications\:

· Master’s degree in nursing or related field

· Current staffing experience at organizational level

· Two years experience leading 100+ employees for multiple departments

· Certification in specialty

Special Notes\: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview\: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements\:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range\:

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as\:

· Location Pay\: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions

· Shift Differentials\: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives\: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare — a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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