Acute Dialysis Services Program Manager - RN

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Ensure the provision of quality patient care to all hospitalized patients in the most efficient manner in accordance with company policy.

Provides direct supervision and coordination of inpatient staff.

Responsible for low volume monthly treatments.

Utilizes the FMC mission, core values and customer service philosophy to ensure quality service while maintaining a high level of efficiency management.

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:



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* Manage the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.  Monitor costs/spending in all areas including medical supply inventory, personnel and accounts payable.

Determine innovative ways to reduce costs and maintain quality.


* Ensures proper staffing and operations at all contracted facilities.  Ensure efficient staff/ patient scheduling and efficient staffing utilization following company policy while maintaining a safe environment. 


* Provide leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters. 


* Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.  Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, development, disciplinary action and terminations.


* Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledge of industry practice and business principles.  Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.

Reviews profit and loss statements for greater understanding of specific department performance.


* Responsible for Acute Care Electronic System (ACES) include the following:


* Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.


* Collaborate with contracted facility representatives to maintain a state of survey readiness for internal and external agency surveys.  Work with contracted facility (ies) to resolve specific department issues as suggested/directed as a result of a survey.


* Maintains and prepares QAI data and presentations.

Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives, often leading a collaborative effort among members of a project team.  Assures provision of facility specific QAI information as appropriate. 


* Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution and acting as the industry expert on behalf of the customer. 


* Ensures compliance with hospital regulations and participates in surveys conducted by TJC, CMS, OSHA and other agencies.


* Ensure a proper orientation and training program for a...