ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER - CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND LEARNING

Company: University Of Washington
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 9, 2024

Job Description:

ASSISTANT NURSE MANAGER - CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND LEARNINGReq #: 230993Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST - BEHAVIORAL HEALTHJob Location: UW Medical Center - NorthwestPosting Date: 04/26/2024Closing Info: Open Until FilledSalary: $45.95 - $83.47 per hourOther Compensation: In addition to the base pay, this position may also be eligible for:$10,000 Sign-On BonusBSN (or higher) premium - $1.00/hourCertification premium - $1.25/hourNight premium - $4.50/hourWeekend premium - $4.00/hourOvertime payUnion Position: YesShift: Night ShiftBenefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.$10,000 Sign-On Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW MedicineUW Medical CenterNorthwest has an outstanding opportunity for an Assistant Nurse Manager (job profile: Registered Nurse 3) to join us in our new Center for Behavioral Health and Learning building. This position will specifically work on our Long Term Civil Commitment Unit, which is located on the fourth and fifth floors of the facility.WORK SCHEDULE:40 hours per weekAssistant Nurse Managers can work straight days or straight nightsThe anticipated work schedule is two 12 hour shifts per week, one 8 hour shift per week, and 8 hours of paid administrative time per weekThe anticipated start date for this position is late May 2024. The Long Term Civil Commitment Unit will open to patients in July 2024.POSITION HIGHLIGHTSProvide a one-of-a-kind service for the behavioral health populationBe part of a brand-new facility when it first opensAct as a shift supervisor for a team of RNs and CNAsDEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONOur Long Term Civil Commitment Unit is designed to support involuntary admits who require extended periods of care, including those requiring multi-month stays. Our services will include highly structured psychiatric care, services for patients with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, and programs that promote independent functioning and transition to the community. The unit will have 75 beds available for intake and will play a key role providing person-centered care in a positive clinical environment. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a one-of-a-kind team.ABOUT THE CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND LEARNINGThe new Center for Behavioral Health and Learning, opening on the UW Medical Center Northwest campus in 2024, offers an unparalleled opportunity to transform mental health care and to improve mental health care training in our state. Located in NW Seattle, the new facility will feature 75 longer-term adult psychiatry beds, 25 geriatric psychiatry beds, 50 medical/surgical beds focused on patients with psychiatric comorbidities, and a state-of-the-art neuromodulation program. It will also house an interdisciplinary training and workforce development program focused on preparing and supporting the next generation of behavioral health providers for Washington State. The six-story building will be a beautiful place to work with lots of windows, natural lighting and open-concept spaces and will offer amenities including a new kitchen and dining area for patients, staff and visitors.Learn more about the Center for Behavioral Health and Learning here.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESActs as a shift supervisor, responsible for clinical functions, staffing assignments, and care coordinationActs as the main onsite leadership when the Nurse Manager is not presentCollaborates with Nurse Manager on day-to-day operationsPerforms patient intakes, evaluations, and assessmentsOversees patient placement and throughputPlans, implements, and evaluates unit orientation for clinical staff (RNs and CNAs)Plans and implements educational offerings to enhance the delivery of careFosters clinical excellence and incorporates clinical standards into daily practiceParticipates in organizational committees, taskforces, and work groupsProvides performance feedback to the Nurse Manager during annual performance evaluationsProvides just in time feedback to staff regarding clinical performance, interpersonal team interactions, and patient communicationsResponds appropriately to emergency situations and drillsPromotes practices and decisions that reduce human error and promote patient safetyREQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS2 years of current or recent nursing experience, including nursing experience in behavioral healthPrevious charge or supervisory nursing experienceActive BLSActive licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington StateABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWESTUW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.The UW Medical CenterNorthwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHERUW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrows physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.by Jobble

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