About this unit 

Labor and Delivery is a Level 3 birthing center. The unit has 17 LDR rooms, 3 OR suites, a 3 bed recover room, and an 8-bed triage. Antepartum is a 9-bed unit that is part of the birthing center, with the focus being on high-risk pregnancy. 

About Dearborn Hospital 

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Top 10 Hospitals” in Michigan, this major teaching and research hospital has been advancing care since 1953. It is a Level II trauma center and has been recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in the fields of orthopedics, neurosciences, women’s health, heart & vascular, and cancer care. 

Scope of work

Under the direction of the nurse manager or other nursing leader, the assistant nurse manager has responsibility for the effective implementation of the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures of the hospital and the nursing department and their effect on patient care in the department.

Essential Functions

• Assists the nurse manager and divisional director in development, implementation and evaluation of ongoing service programs which assure quality nursing, and patient care programs consistent with the hospital mission.
• Assists the nurse manager to monitor/maintain unit compliance with regulatory, accrediting and hospital policy for patient services, and environmental and personnel safety.
• Maintains current license and knowledge of nursing care requirements for all patients on the unit. Assesses need for personal growth and development and takes the initiative in seeking opportunities to meet this need.
• Accurately identifies real/potential problems affecting the service and implements solutions with follow through and communication.
• Collaborates with the nurse manager to a service that is consistent with the patient care beliefs and shared management philosophy of the department.
• Consults with patients/families through primary nurse request, direct family request and/or direct assessment of patient/family response to hospitalization. Assesses patient/significant other survey responses regarding nursing care and services.
• Responsible for ongoing development of staff and unit specific patient care programs.
• Shares responsibility with the nurse manager for effective communication horizontally and vertically within the organization.
• In collaboration with the nurse manager, is responsible for effective and efficient fiscal management of department operations to ensure proper utilization of organizational and financial resources.
• In collaboration with the nurse manager, is responsible for department’s operational excellence; assures department delivers quality services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Manages human resources to ensure quality services and promote positive employee relations.
• Collaborates with the nurse manager to ensure proper utilization of organization’s financial resources.
• Effectively communicates departmental, organization and industry information to staff.
• Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organization’s overall mission.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety and specific job-related hazards.
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Provides for the safety of all hospital personnel.
• Manages patient placement, facilities, and resources.
• Provides information and professional support to staff.
• Serves as a role model and resource for staff.
• Represents nursing and hospital administration on the off shifts.
• Participates in the development of nursing staff.

How we will care for you, while you care for our patients

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing required. Prefer Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or MSN.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical Obstetric nursing experience required. Prefer participation in leadership activities (Unit, Hospital, or System Shared Governance meetings, Precepting, Charge Nurse role, etc.).
• MI Registered Nurse (RN) required.
• AHA, ARC, or Canadian Heart and Stroke BLS certification required.
• Specialty Certification required.

Primary Location

SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn

Department Name

Nursing Obstetrics Delivery - Dearborn

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

6a.m. - 4:30p.m.

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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