Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care; Participates in the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team; Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service; Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary; Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives; Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization; Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines; Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment.