Administrative Nurse Supervisor

Hartford Healthcare•Norwich, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Administrative Nurse Supervisor is an experienced Registered Nurse and is responsible for supervising and monitoring the Nursing department(s) on an assigned shift in accordance with nursing standards and practices as well as current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations. This position ensures the appropriate delivery of direct and indirect patient care via the utilization of the Nursing Process and creates a positive environment for the professional practice of nursing. In addition, this position ensures activities foster continuous quality improvement to enhance patient care outcomes. This position also ensures patient flow throughout the organization. This position provides leadership for multiple hospital departments in the absence of the unit manager, director, or administration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required
3 years of acute care charge or supervisory experience required
Progressive leadership experience
Active Registered Nurse license from the State of Connecticut required
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) provider and Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider credentialed form the American Heart Association (AHA) required
Broad knowledge of nursing standards and practices.
Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing and healthcare administration.
Considerable knowledge of requirements by federal, state or regulatory bodies.
Knowledge of all relevant policies and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of effective workforce utilization.
Strong ability to coordinate, plan and direct multi-faceted operation.
Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians, managers, other agencies and the public.
Ability to work collaboratively with all departments.
Ability to handle multiple priorities.
Demonstrated management and leadership skills.
Requires the ability to take the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances or problems.
Strong ability to exercise discretion and use good judgment.
Strong ability to problem solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environment and in emergency situations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Critical thinking, analytical, and organization/time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence others.
Resourceful: recognizes problems and identifies potential solutions by tapping into available resources, staff, and best practices.
Works effectively in an environment with frequent interruptions.
Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the mission and vision of the organization.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Other certifications may be required by specialty

Responsibilities

Supervising and monitoring the Nursing department(s) on an assigned shift in accordance with nursing standards and practices as well as current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
Ensuring the appropriate delivery of direct and indirect patient care via the utilization of the Nursing Process.
Creating a positive environment for the professional practice of nursing.
Ensuring activities foster continuous quality improvement to enhance patient care outcomes.
Ensuring patient flow throughout the organization.
Providing leadership for multiple hospital departments in the absence of the unit manager, director, or administration.
Ensures the presence of a safe and healthful work environment, promoting self-care and empowerment.