Job Description

Title: Assistant Clinical Manager (Nursing Supervisor) - Cardiology
Site: Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
836 W Wellington
Chicago, IL 60657

ABOUT ADVOCATE AURORA HEALTH CARE:
Advocate Health System and Aurora Health System are now Advocate Aurora Health Care. One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward.
With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.
§ 70,000 Team Members
§ 22,000 Nurses
§ 3,300 Employed Physicians
§ 4,800 Aligned Physician Partners
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Transforming Care:
We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence.
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HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:
To support and ensure clinical patient care leadership for Cardiology. To provide clinical leadership to plan, coordinate and manage personnel and resources in order to provide the highest quality patient care with trained, professional and competent staff in the most cost-effective manner. To collaborate with physicians and other health care disciplines to assure optimal patient care. Cath Lab experience is strongly preferred.
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Accountabilities:
· Assist PCC leadership with day to day operation to ensure high quality and cost effective patient care
· Serves in the role of Charge Nurse in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Assists with oversight of other departments in the Cardiology Department
· Assigns daily staff work assignments.
· Maintains staffing requirements in accordance with established policies, patient volume.
· Collaborates with physicians, management and other healthcare professionals to assure the deliver of quality care and patient satisfaction.
· Assures accurate reporting of census and staffing at predetermined times.
· Assures that Point of Care Testing/Code Carts/Code Boxes are accounted for.
· Assures appropriate supplies are available to staff via Lawson.
· Monitors/Edits Report Express Reports in a timely manner.
· Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency standards, i.e., federal, state, city, Accrediting Organization, IDPH and all hospital policies and procedures.
· Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives
· Practices the principles of Performance Improvement in order to contribute to positive patient outcomes
· Serves as a role model for “Service First” in practice and facilitation of staff adherence to Service First courtesy standards and scripts.
· Facilitates Service Recovery.
· Takes initiative with problem resolution and conflict management when presented with issues/concerns.
· Responds to issues/concerns of patients and families in a timely manner. Refers complex issues to management.
· Demonstrates positive support and participation in unit base performance improve plan, indicators and outcomes.
· Make recommendations for improvement.
· Assists in the Performance Improvement (CQI) Process
· Demonstrates and maintains a current knowledge Advocate Christ Medical Center Mission, Philosophy, Policies and Procedures.
· Serves as a clinical resource to staff.
· Collaborates with members of the health care team to facilitate the Care Management process
· Participates with PCC leadership to provide positive work environment for staff in terms of growth and development and job satisfaction
· Assists with data collection/tracking for education/in-service of assigned staff.
· Refers major rule violations/work performance issues to management utilizing the established chain of command.
· Practices positive coaching/mentoring skills to foster staff growth and development.
· Conducts timely and objective performance pathways for assigned staff subject to review with management prior to presentation to staff.
· Assesses educational needs of the staff and facilitates education opportunities.
· Assists individuals with identifying professional goals and provides opportunities to achieve these goals.
· Addresses staff concerning matters involving minor performance variances and minor disciplinary counseling.
· Consults with management if written disciplinary action is warranted.
· Assists with the development of staff competencies and skills checklists.
· Facilitates staff attendance at in-services by providing appropriate coverage of unit.
· Responsible for personal/professional growth and development
· Keeps abreast of current standards of care via literature, educational events, internal and external resources and networking.
· Proactively seek out education as opportunities.
· Participates in activities to enhance professional growth by involvement in professional organization and continuing education.
· Maintains clinical expertise specific to unit.
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WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Certification/License:
· Nurse, Registered (RN)
Experience:
· 3 years of experience in specialty area
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At Advocate Aurora Health Care
We pride ourselves on taking care of our people. And not just our patients—we mean you, too. We help each other live well. When you work at Aurora, you get the chance to work with a dedicated team that’s as passionate about the work as you are. Here, you’ll find limitless opportunities for ongoing learning, career advancement, competitive compensation, and a stable work environment. But more than that, you can change lives—including your own.
Diversity and inclusion matter at Aurora. We celebrate our differences and nurture an environment where everyone feels included. We know that when we reflect the communities we serve, when we embrace differences and bring our whole selves to work every day, we are working as one to build a healthier tomorrow for everyone. Aurora supports a safe, healthy, and drug-free work environment through criminal background checks and pre-employment drug testing. We maintain a smoke-free environment at all our locations. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

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