Patient Care Manager/UKHC
Full Time
Job Title
Patient Care Manager/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12714
Working Title
Patient Care Manager 6 Main Good Samaritan Hospital
Department Name
H6110:Acute Care
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
14
Salary Range
$81,328-156,062/year
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements
This position will require the ability to occasionally lift, push, and/or pull 50-100lbs; sitting/standing at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; repetitive motion; risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; occasional cuts, punctures, bloodborne/airborne pathogens; and occasionally dealing with combative/violent people.
Shift
UK hospitals operate on a 24-hour, 7-day a week basis. As an exempt level employee, shift will vary and include days, nights, evenings, weekends and holidays per departmental needs.
Job Summary
The unit is a 34-bed acute care unit. The Patient Care Manager for the ortho/general surgical floor has 24/7 responsibility. They work closely with the Assistant Patient Care Manager in providing the resources and tools necessary in caring for this population. The responsibilities include but are not limited to quality and safety, staffing, hiring, and coordinating aspects of daily patient care on the inpatient unit.
The primary responsibilities are to provide for the safe, effective, and efficient care of the patient as well as to direct the business, technical and nursing support activities of the clinic. This individual is responsible for successful management.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Communication
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
MSN preferred
Deadline to Apply
10/23/2024
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