Be inspired.  Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. 

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.  We provide: 

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs 

• Family-focused benefits  

• Wellness incentives 

• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs  

• And more 

1. Operations:

• Directs all aspects of management and ensures the provision of optimum patient flow and placement across Emory Healthcare
• Oversees hiring, disciplinary action, position allocations, performance reviews, and dismissal recommendations. Maintains minimum staffing levels for operational solvency levels and promotes the growth of staff by providing opportunities for staff development.
• Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, procedures, strategies, and services for the department 
• Prepares, develops, and submits department budget to nursing administration for final approval.
• Monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with fiscal constraints and explains any variances.
• Directs the allocation of resources within selected areas through planning, budget process, analysis of statistical reports and other pertinent information.
• Participates in software user groups to recommend enhancements and resolve outstanding issues.

2. Operational Performance:

• Develop and implement quality assurance mechanisms to meet or exceed established standards of performance, including patient and employee satisfaction.
• Monitor the overall performance and participation of the patient flow team using appropriate patient flow dashboards and KPIs.

3. Professional Growth:

• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
• Provides nursing staff with opportunities to participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.

4. Communication:

• Lead team staff meetings regularly. Responsible for contributing to the departmental comprehensive training program and for the professional development of staff.
• Collaborates with Command Center and operating unit leadership to address patient flow and placement barriers and create and maintain patient placement and prioritization protocols.
• Apprise Director of significant developments affecting production and budget goals, etc., and render timely and accurate reports, as required.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelors degree in nursing required.
• Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board.
• Masters degree required Experience: Five years of experience which includes three years of clinical nursing and 2 years of nursing leadership.
• BLS required. Some jobs in this classification may require ACLS and Healthcare Provider certifications.

Skills: 

• Strong clinical critical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work well under pressure and make critical decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using patient flow software and dashboards. Work Environment:
• This position operates in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• The role may require occasional travel to healthcare facilities.

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. 

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.