Baptist Health Walker Hospital:   

Are you ready to advance your nursing career in a supportive, dynamic environment? At Baptist Health Walker Hospital, we are searching for nursing leaders to join our team who are eager to grow in our organization and make a difference.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and let us help you find your perfect fit!

Baptist Health Walker Hospital offers great NEW Competitive Pay and great benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan 
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (Up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance 
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP) 
• Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance 
• Car Insurance 
• Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

 ALL benefits start day one

Recognized by The Joint Commission, Baptist Health Walker Hospital is a 267-bed facility located in Jasper and committed to serving the diverse needs of our growing community.  Among the comprehensive and compassionate services offered at Baptist Health Walker Hospital are bariatrics, behavioral health, cardiac care, emergency room care, gynecology, neurology, obstetrics, orthopedics, physical therapy, advanced stroke treatment, surgical care and urology. 

Position Summary
The Assistant Nurse Operations Manager (ANOM) is responsible for the management of their designated unit/department, including nursing practice and administrative oversight of the area. In conjunction with the Unit/Department Nursing Operations Manager, the ANOM provides guidance and direction on all aspects of unit operations including customer experience, budgetary performance, human resources activities, shared leadership, and quality outcomes.

Essential Functions include:

Shared 24/7 accountability with Nursing Operations Manager

Participates in the recruitment and selection of new team members for the unit through interviews, peer selection, and evaluation of candidates.

Coordinates with the Unit/Department Nursing Operations Manager and Human Resources as indicated on corrective action, progressive discipline, and career advancement.

Investigates event reports and provides feedback to both Unit/Department Nursing Operations Manager and team members.

Oversight of schedules for the unit to ensure the proper mix of staff are available each shift to provide appropriate patient care.

Maintains oversight of patient flow and intervenes as indicated to achieve expected outcomes.

Performs Nurse Leader rounds and reviews, to identify variance from nursing best practice and regulatory or hospital standards. Participates in process/quality improvement initiatives to improve outcomes and standard work.

Ensures the customer experience is upheld by all team members on shift and provides service recovery to patients and their families as needed.

Interfaces with patients and families to provide instruction, promote participation in patient care, and to coordinate nursing activities.

Participates and/or leads staff meetings, GEMBA board, or huddles; demonstrates ownership of unit and outcomes.

Performs direct patient care activities as required to meet operational needs.

Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Respects the rights and privacy of others and holds staff member information in strict confidence.

Education/Training

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN) required if no Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN).
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with Graduate degree in Business or health-related field preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Alabama or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population: Advanced
• Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP),
• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute setting