Assistant Clinical Manager Surgery

Advocate is named among the nation’s Top 5 large health systems based on quality by Truven Analytics and is the largest health system in Illinois. Our faith based, not- for-profit health system is based in Downers Grove, Illinois.Advocate has the largest emergency and Level I Trauma network in Illinois. Advocate treats more pediatric patients than any other hospital or system in the state, and more people trust their hearts to Advocate than to any other hospital or system in the state.

This position has been created to assist the Manager of Clinical Operations in providing administrative and clinical leadership on all shifts. The Clinical Operations Assistant will help plan, coordinate and manage personnel and resources to provide the highest quality patient care with trained, professional and competent staff in the most cost~effective manner. This role will also assist in the provision of ongoing educational and professional development of staff. In conjunction with the manager, the Clinical Operations Assistant will collaborate with physicians and other health care disciplines to assure optimal patient care.

* Performance of the principle duties and responsibilities of the RN position and serves as a role model for professional practice. * In collaboration with the Manager of Clinical Operations, manages patient care delivery to optimize patient outcomes, customer satisfaction and resource management * Promotion and support of an environment that is conducive to staff growth and development and autonomy. * Collaborates with the Manager of Clinical Operations, Medical Director, and others in developing the strategic plan and direction for the unit. Practices the principles of performance improvement. * Responsibility for professional growth and development.

* Surgerical Services Nursing experience required: Great opportunity to grow your leadership skills/experience! * Bachelor's degree or equivalent in health~related field. * Current RN licensure in Illinois * ACLS required within the first six months of employment. * RN with three years clinical experience. (Surgical Services) * Experience as a charge nurse (1 year). * Strong clinical skills * Ability to communicate effectively and work cohesively with a diverse work group * Utilization of critical thinking in timely decision making * Demonstrated leadership experience * Ability to work within a rapidly changing environment * Ability to work collaboratively with internal/external customers * May be exposed to hazardous materials and life~threatening diseases * Ability to demonstrate a commitment to patient care * Ability to prioritize independently and respond to multiple simultaneous requests * Ability to work in a fast~paced environment with established time constraints and in difficult situations. * Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients (up to 50 lbs. may be required) * Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays * Ability to transport objects from one location to another * This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated