Nurse Manager Position

Job Description

Job Title: Nurse Manager

Department: Medical

Reports to: Executive Director, Programs Manager

Hours per week: Fulltime, 32-40 Hours per week

Supervises: Ultrasound Volunteers

Salary: Hourly – As discussed

Objectives of the Position

The Nurse Manager of Foothills Care Center oversees the provision of client care for medical services operations and performs client care under the license and direction of the medical director. The ideal candidate will be a strong servant-leader, a self-starter, highly organized, with excellent communication skills. Candidate must be a committed Christian who demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord; must exhibit a strong commitment to the pro-life position, must exhibit a strong commitment and dedication to the sanctity of human life from conception, and must exhibit strong commitment to sexual purity. Must agree with and be willing to uphold the Statement of Faith, Statement of Principles, Commitment to Care and Competence, and policies of Foothills Care Center.

Job Requirements and Qualifications

• Must possess a current nursing license in good standing with the South Carolina Board of Nursing.

• Have two years’ experience as a nurse in a clinical setting.

• Have two years’ experience in a pregnancy center (preferred).

• Have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing.

• Previous certification in obstetrical ultrasound preferred; or, willingness to be trained in limited obstetrical sonography and completion of minimum qualifying training scans within a reasonable time after date of hire.

• The candidate must be committed to a local body of believers—whether a traditional church or home church—that upholds biblical doctrine.

Essential Functions

Foothills Care Center staff are expected to work co-operatively with others; demonstrate flexibility in organizing work; show a high degree of initiative, discernment, and resourcefulness; demonstrate thoughtfulness in decision-making and maintain a high level of confidentiality in all areas of responsibility. Perform the following duties in accordance with existing medical policies and procedures under the authority and direction of the medical director.

1 Client Care

• Provide clinical services in accordance with level of expertise and training.

• Train and oversee medical staff and volunteers to make sure that all required forms are completed and placed in client’s file.

• Thoroughly explain all medical consent forms to clients, and answer questions prior to providing any medical services, including pregnancy tests and ultrasounds.

• Provide support, training, and supervision to all medical staff regarding the linear services model of counseling used at Foothills Care Center.

• Document client care in charts and properly maintain and archive client medical records.

• Provide clients with health education (pregnancy decision options, STDs/STIs, etc.), referrals for medical care/follow-up, and other pertinent community referrals.

• Conduct phone follow-up with clients, as indicated.

• Discuss clinical questions, as needed, with the medical director.

• Provide support to other medical staff, including chaperoning.

2 Medical Services Operations

• Assure accurate implementation of medical director’s orders.

• Audit client records quarterly.

• Maintain staff medical records.

• Provide in-service education for the staff, as needed.

• Implement clinic policies and procedures (P&P), including compliance with OSHA, CLIA, privacy practices, and infection control.

• Conduct annual review of P&P and infection control regulations in conjunction with the medical director.

• Orient new medical staff/volunteers to clinic duties and responsibilities, and provide ongoing supervision to any nurses and RDMSs.

• Conduct annual evaluations of nurses and medical personnel.

• Coordinate medical staff/volunteer schedules.

• Ensure that medical equipment is properly operated and maintained.

• Conduct regular medical supply inventory and ensure that clinics are properly stocked.

• Ensure proper disinfection of medical equipment and exam rooms.

• In conjunction with the medical director, ensure the OSHA orientation of all new personnel, provide annual refreshers, and monitor facility compliance.

3. Emergencies

• Train staff to handle emergency phone calls.

• Follow guidelines for responding to emergencies and unusual ultrasound findings as specified in the P&P manual.

• Train staff to handle on-site emergency situations.

4. Continuing Education

• Maintain active nursing license.

• Comply with South Carolina state professional continuing education requirements.

• Annually renew and ensure that all medical staff annually renews CPR Certification.

• Annually review Medical P&P and infection control regulations.

5. Public Relations

• Build relationships with medical resources in the community.

• Identify physicians and/or agencies who may be willing to provide no cost or low cost services for our patients.

• Identify pro-life physicians who would like to be added to our referral list.

• Represent Foothills Care Center in the community, particularly to increase clientele, nurse volunteer help, physician involvement, and financial support. Examples: participate in community activities as requested and participate in fundraising events.

6. Care of the Ministry

Protection of the ministry through prayerful care of one another; staff and volunteers.

The Nurse Manager shall receive a yearly written and oral evaluation by the Executive Director.