Manager of Nursing

The Nurse Manager (NM) for Ardmore Enterprises is a registered nurse with demonstrated expertise in case management, leadership, and management skills. The NM, demonstrating a high degree of professionalism, directs the planning, implementation and evaluation of care and management of ID/DD populations. The NM works collaboratively with all departments to ensure that nursing services are delivered at the appropriate level in keeping with DDA and MBON regulations.

The incumbent is responsible for creating an environment conducive to achieving quality outcomes, effective use of resources and retention of quality staff. He (she) is responsible for the management and development of his (her) resources, human and fiscal if needed. Implementation of quality control, quality improvement, satisfaction of supported individuals, families, and staff as well as review and revision of policies and procedures are responsibilities of the NM. The NM collaborates with other department leaders on issues related to the effective management of health and safety and interacts regularly with the appropriate resources to ensure the effectiveness of care. He/she will also act as liaison between the agency and associated hospitals, long term care, or rehabilitation services as needed.

The NM is a resource within the agency regarding nursing services, and related issues within agency community.

• Interview and select nursing candidates who have appropriate clinical skills and professional characteristics to match program needs.
• Communicate on an ongoing basis with employees regarding specific performance expectations.
• Plan and conduct formal performance reviews that are timely, ongoing and objective and submit necessary documentation.
• Responsible for the promotion and termination of employees based on standards of practice, standards of care, nursing policies and procedures, and DDA regulations.
• Delegate activities/work projects to staff and supervise their accomplishment.
  
  

• Direct adjustments in the programs' staffing patterns to reflect changes in care requirements, patient census, and staffing resources for Nursing.
• In collaboration with department directors to develop the annual budget based on nursing department and individual census.
• Assure that nursing review data is submitted for a workload system is accurate, timely, complete, and reliable.
  
  

• Assure that nursing case delegation and management provided is within standards of COMAR 10.27.11, 10.22, and is evidence based best practice.
• Collaborate with community based health care providers as an advocate for supported individuals.
• Participate in strategic planning for the Nursing Department and Leadership Team as needed.
  
  

• Maintains status as a DDA RN CM/DN.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends and practices in nursing and health care through resources such as literature review and professional networking.
• Demonstrate professional effectiveness as a manager and role model through efficient time
• management, effective organization of work, and prioritization.
  
  

• Provide Nurse Case Management and nursing delegation functions to include, minimum 45 day* on sites visits, individual assessment of health status, evaluation of medication administration delivery system to include: Review of Medication Administration Record(s) (MAR's), Medications and Physician Medication Order Forms (PMOF's) for those clients needing nursing delegated duties. *This time frame is based on original MBON and DDA guidelines, and will be adjusted as directed by the MBON and DDA in State of Emergency situations.
• Provide established nursing on-call coverage for medical/nursing related matters Sunday through Friday, and assigned weekends.
• Provide evaluation of competency of Medication Technicians.
• Provide instruction in the Medication Technician Training Program as needed by the agency.
• New Admissions: Assess the individual, review medical history, current medications, setting for delegation and make recommendations to designated staff. Develop an Initial nursing evaluation and nursing plan of care.
• Be available to the house staff/Managers/Directors to answer questions concerning medical and/or medication issues.
• Conduct staff education as appropriate/indicated.
• Consult with physicians, family members, guardians, team members and pharmacy personnel as requested/indicated.
• Advocate for the individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Be familiar and comply with the standards of Nursing Practice set forth in the Maryland State Board of Nursing Practice Act, 10.27.11.
• Maintain confidentiality of all individuals and promote individual rights at all times. Compliance with The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
  
  

• Registered Nurse licensure required
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required
• Minimum of 2 years management/supervisory experience required
• Prior case management experience required
• Prior I/DD experience a plus
  
  

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (CareFirst)
• 403B Retirement Plan Match - Mutual of America (Up to 6%)
• Group Life Insurance - Guardian (up to $50,000)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance (Guardian)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• $1000 Sign-On Bonus
• $250 Employee Referral Program
• Starting Two Weeks Vacation and Two Weeks Sick Leave (full-time and part-time eligibility)
• 10 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
• Employee Discounts (Groupon, Six Flags, Touro University, Hertz car rentals, AMC Theaters Dell computers, etc.)
• Paid On-site Trainings!
• Work in a hybrid environment combining in office and remote work is required. Current requirements are at least 3 days in office.