Nurse Manager - Neurology Clinic - Children's Mercy Kansas City

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.





Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.




Overview




The Children’s Mercy neurology department ranks among America’s top pediatric neurology programs, according to U.S. News & World Report. We provide innovative solutions to care for your child, like the Sarli Family Foundation Neurology Clinic, and our Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, one of only twelve pediatric epilepsy centers in the nation.


The Children's Mercy Comprehensive Stroke Center is the only pediatric stroke center in the region and one of just ten in the nation. Rapid diagnosis, treatment and follow-up services help kids who experience a stroke to receive the best possible care.





Neurology services include:



+ Brain imaging


+ Evaluation of anti-epileptic drug efficacy and adversity


+ Vagal nerve stimulator implantation


+ Inpatient epilepsy monitoring unit


+ Epilepsy surgery


+ Outpatient epilepsy clinic


+ Neurophysiologic testing: Brain Stem Audio Evoked Response (BSAER)


+ Electroencephalogram


+ Evoked potentials


+ Intraoperative electrophysiological monitoring


+ Somatosensory responses


+ Video-EEG monitoring






The Nurse Manager manages unit-based patient care services; including personnel and fiscal management and development of programs and services. Participates in department and hospital performance improvement activities. Provides family centered patient care that is based in scientific theory and is outcome focused.





At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.





Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.




Responsibilities





+ Personnel management.


+ Comprehensive unit management and development of programs and services.


+ Participates in department and organization performance improvement activities.


+ Fiscal management and accountability.


+ Actively participates and provides leadership for education programs, unit meetings and assigned committees.


+ Utilizes the nursing process to develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care for the patient/family which promotes optimal patient outcomes.





Qualifications





+ Bachelor's Degree required


+ 1-2 years experience At least 12 months of experience in clinical nursing, and an additional 6 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients




+ Master's Degree preferred


+ 1-2 years experience




+ LEAN experience preferred


+ One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire


+ One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire


+ Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire


+ Specialty Certification relevant to unit's patient population (determined by Nurse Director) Required Upon Hire





Benefits at Children's Mercy




The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.



Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits. (https://www.childrensmercy.org/careers/why-childrens-mercy/employee-benefits/)



Starting Pay




Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $44.67/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.










Remote Work/Work from Home




This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.






EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet




Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.







Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion




CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.


If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.






























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Requisition ID2024-31250


Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date11 hours ago(11/7/2024 9:00 AM)


Posting CategoryNursing


DivisionNEUROLOGY


Work TypeFull Time


Work DaysMonday-Friday


Work Hours0730 - 1600


FLSA StatusExempt


Location : NameAdele Hall


Recruiter : Full Name: First LastAngela Brown


Recruiter : Emailambrown@cmh.edu