Clinical Nursing Supervisor (RN) - NICU

St. Francis Medical Center•Lynwood, CA

46d•$49 - $64

About The Position

The Clinical Nursing Supervisor supports administrative responsibility for the department’s service functions and works collaboratively with the unit Director and/or Manager. In the absence of the unit Director and/or Manager, the Clinical Supervisor may assume the administrative scope of the assigned unit. The role develops and implements departmental plans, including performance improvement activities and compliance with current federal and/or state regulations, and prepares, conducts, and/or oversees department orientation and personnel training. The Clinical Supervisor communicates with staff, physicians, and administration verbally and in writing, and is responsible and accountable for the quality of staff and functions during their shift. The role assists the Department Director with daily unit operations by directing, supervising, and evaluating personnel and ensuring proper use of time, equipment, and staff. The supervisor ensures efficient department functions, performs direct patient care as needed within scope of practice, continually assesses care, and directs staff to make immediate changes to the plan of care.

Requirements

Current and valid California Registered Nurse license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate upon hire and maintained current.
A minimum of three years of Charge Nurse or equivalent experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
At least three years of Charge Nurse or equivalent experience.
Depending on the area, current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and/or Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification upon hire and maintained current.

Responsibilities

Support administrative responsibility for department service functions and collaborate with the unit Director and/or Manager.
Assume the administrative scope of the assigned unit when the unit Director and/or Manager is absent.
Develop and implement departmental plans, including performance improvement activities and compliance with current federal and state regulations.
Prepare, conduct, and/or oversee department orientation and personnel training.
Communicate verbally and in writing with staff, physicians, and administration.
Be responsible and accountable for the quality of staff and functions during the assigned shift.
Assist the Department Director with daily unit operations.
Direct, supervise, and evaluate personnel, ensuring proper use of time, equipment, and staff.
Ensure efficient functioning of the department.
Provide direct patient care as needed within scope of practice.
Continually assess care and direct staff to make immediate changes to the plan of care.