Nurse Manager

SPECIAL KIDS IS A NON-PROFIT CHRISTIAN THERAPY AND NURSING CENTER FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS We are licensed professionals, but first we are Christ followers with a mission to “serve Jesus Christ by caring for His children.” Special Kids offers professional services to children ages 3 months through 21 years. Nurses at Special Kids’ Kleinau Nursing Center serve medically fragile children who need skilled nursing care, in collaboration with physical therapists, occupational therapists, recreational therapists and speech therapists. Full-time, 36 hours per week. No evening, shifts or weekends.

Summary                                                                                                                                                                  Oversees the operations and personnel of the Kleinau Nursing center, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient workflow. Responsible for a range of duties, including staff supervision, performance management, budget oversight, staffing and scheduling, and fostering a positive work environment. The Nurse Manager also functions as a member of the patient care team. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

Patient care

The priority of the Nurse Manager is to ensure the mission of Special Kids is being met each time a family walks through the door by making sure the center is operating compassionately, effectively and efficiently. Success is measured by assessing the holistic growth of patients, families, and team members, patient volume and longevity, and reduced operational issues. Works closely with the Nurse Manager to ensure proper nursing care is provided for each individual case. The Nurse Manager should also be able to function as a part of the patient care team.

Employee Performance Management

Motivates, directs and manages the performance of clinical and non-clinical team members to achieve identified goals. This includes goal setting, performance evaluation, coaching and counseling for continuous improvement, team building activities, and training that is geared toward achieving a high performing, highly engaged team environment. 

Organization Leadership

Provides strong servant leadership onsite. Is an influential source of guidance and direction for clinical and non-clinical team members. Supports strength and unity of the nursing center team. Works closely with the Executive Director and Leadership Team to ensure the highest quality care is being provided organizationally. Attends meetings and conferences and participates in other activities to promote professional growth. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages RN’s, LPN’s, Certified Nurse Assistants, Food Specialist and Administrative Support team. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

State of Tennessee RN or NP License required; Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification required.

Values

• Compassion
• Willingness
• Courage
• Faith