Peds/Neo Transport Manager

Department:

35120 ACH Enterprise - Pediatrics: Transport Team

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Days, Full time

Pay Range

$50.05 - $75.10

• Major Responsibilities:
• Demonstration of Leadership and Development of Department Personnel
• 1)Ensures effective and efficient staffing patterns to meet patient volumes and needs. Supervises operation of the Transport services provided by team.

2)Coordinates the hiring of all staff with other supervisors and staff as appropriate.

3)Oversees the educational activities of staff, encourages and facilitates associate development and growth including clinical research.

4)Creates an environment that is conducive to staff growth and development, job satisfaction and team development.

5)Prepare performance reviews for staff. Communicates performance ratings and salary adjustments for staff.Ensures job descriptions are written for positions and are up-to-date.

6)Monitors customer, associate and physician satisfaction and develops and implements action plans as needed.

7)Develops and implements policies and procedures to assure effective and efficient operations consistent with hospital and system philosophy.

8)Conducts and facilitates staff meetings relating to department, hospital, and corporate activities.

9)Ensures compliance with all regulatory agency standards, (ie; federal, state and local governing bodies.)

10)Facilitates role of Clinical Operation Assistants to oversee day-to-day operations. 11. Partners with other hospitals to facilitate the transfer of an acutely ill neonatal/pediatric transport patient. 12. Able to travel as required by this role.

• Development, Coordination and Monitoring of Operations
• 2)Develops and implements policies, procedures and practices that support and meet Accrediting Organization as well as Advocate, Hope and CHMC guidelines.

3)Identifies areas for operations efficiency and improvements and makes appropriate changes.

4)Participates in the development of long and short-range goals and objectives.

5)Participates in the development and implementation of new services.

6)Accountable for operations on a twenty-four hour basis.

7)Participates in the marketing of department services and community education.

8)Conducts special projects and studies relation to department activities, goals and objectives.

9)Promotes patient safety and performance improvement by being actively involved in monitoring, evaluating and implementing changes based on needs.

1)Monitors, collects and analyzes data that represents all aspects of department operations.

• Responsible for the Oversight, Monitoring and Analysis of Operating and Capital Budgets
• 4)Monitors department productivity levels and resource efficiency to meet patient needs.

5)Develops proposals to expand existing programs and services. Creates new services/equipment with corresponding supporting cost and revenue implications.

1)Creates and manages annual department budget and provides monthly variance analysis.

2)Recommends and oversees measures to control expenses and/or enhance revenues.

3)Conducts and assists with the development of program proposals and feasibility studies.

• Development and Maintenance of Relationships with Other Departments, Systemwide Contacts and External Contacts in Order to Meet Department Goals and Objectives
• 1)Develops and maintains relationships with departments and management throughout the hospital and system.

2)Works with other departments on improvement of services and/or expansion of services.

3)Communicates with department staff and staff from other hospital departments and within the system to receive, respond to and communicate information.

4)Participates on department, hospital-wide and system- wide committees. Works collaboratively with other members of Advocate Children's Hospital network.

5)Responsible for enhancing the image of the Transport Service through achieving clinical excellence, research, community outreach and marketing.

6)Establishes priorities to meet the health and medical needs of the individual, family and community. Establishes links to speakers bureau, etc.

• Responsible for the Monitoring and Evaluation of the Department
• 1)Ensures that standards of practice are developed, understood, implemented and evaluated within the department.

2)Assesses outcomes and implements improved processes within the department.

3)Develops and incorporates PI projects within the department.

4)Ensures department compliance with all regulatory agency standards, i.e., federal, state, city, Accrediting Organization, IDPH, etc.

5)Submits requests for capital purchase.

6)Promotes patient safety by reporting and following through on issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.

7)Facilitates and implements systems that promote and maintain effective communication and collaboration with physicians, nurses and other members of the health care team.

8)Acts as a resource to staff for complex patients and assist the staff in assessing and planning the care of these patients.

9)Provides role modeling to nursing staff to enhance professionalism and customer service.

10)Keeps abreast of new diagnostic and treatment approaches along with market changes in order to assist in meeting the challenges of an ever-changing health care market. 11. Identifies educational needs for nursing staff and respiratory staff where applicable. 12. Contributes to the professional development of others to improve patient care and to foster the professional's growth. 13. Remains abreast of current trends, procedures and equipment through attendance at conferences, seminars and workshops. Provides corresponding information to staff. 14. Serves as a resource person for professional and lay personnel outside the Medical Center. 15. Contributes to resolving the ethical problems or dilemmas of individuals or systems. 16. Encourages staff involvement in professional organizations and activities.

• Licensure:
• Nurse, Advanced Practice (APN) OR Nurse, Registered (RN)

• Education/Experience Required:
• Masters in Nursing (MSN) or BSN and Masters in related specialty (MBA,MHA, etc) 3-5 years leadership experience in pediatric clinical specialty/transport.

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
• -Strong analytical skills -Proven leadership skills -Excellent organizational skills -Basic computer skills -Effective communication and presentation skills -Goal driven, results oriented -Team building skills -Clinical expert and resource
• Current APN license in state of Illinois Certification in specialty •CPR, PALS, NRP

• Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Ability to work flexible hours according to the needs of the department/customers. •Ability to travel locally as well as long distance travel. •Ability to work within stressful conditions and difficult situations. •Resilient and flexible in a changing environment. •May be exposed to hazardous material and life threatening diseases. •Ability to collaborate and work well with others. Ability to prioritize independently and respond to multiple simultaneous requests.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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