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*About Us* Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: * We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. * We never settle by constantly striving for better. * We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. * We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. *Benefits* Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: * Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits * Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5% * Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more * Immediate access to time off benefits At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level *Job Summary* You'll work closely with management. Plan, steer, and coordinate daily tasks in nursing service administration. Create policies and procedures to achieve department priorities. *Essential Functions of the Role* * You will manage and oversee daily business and administrative operations with an emphasis on providing patient-centered care. * Guide and teach your team. Ensure compliance with regulations. * You are expected to apply Lean methods to enhance practice and patient care. * You'll help plan the staffing budget, as well as the equipment and expense budget for the year. * You must update staff on patients, especially those in critical condition. Report staffing and unexpected events. * You will build good relationships with department staff, patients' families, doctors, and external groups. This helps with communication, problem-solving, and improving patient care quality. * Prepare reports, maintain records and files, and manage equipment and inventory. Also, maintain a database for generating reports when needed. *Key Success Factors* * Understanding medical terms, promoting health, managing illness and disease, knowing common medications, dosages, effects, and side effects is important. * Excellent communication skills for effectively expressing thoughts both verbally and in writing. * Interpersonal skills to engage effectively with various constituencies. * Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. * Aptitude to guide the work of supervised staff in line with established guidelines, policies and procedures. * Ability to evaluate performance and conduct training of supervised staff. * Ability to observe and communicate patient's medical changes with nursing staff and doctors effectively. * Essential computer skills include MS Office, email, security, scheduling, payroll systems, and electronic medical records for efficiency in tasks. *Belonging Statement* We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. *Qualifications* * Associate's degree in Nursing * At least (3) three years of relevant experience in the nursing field * Registered Nurse * Have Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support accreditation. Or, have the ability to acquire it within the first 30 days of employment.