PRN House Supervisor (RN) Registered Nurse

Lifepoint Health • Richmond, TX

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About The Position

Westpark Springs-Behavioral Health Hospital, Richmond, Texas House Supervisor, Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health Job Type: PRN Your experience matters At Woodland Springs, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a House Supervisor registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. This position is responsible for supporting the needs of the department with a focus on clinical, operational, and administrative excellence. This position provides off hour leadership and functions as resource person for staff members, assists in patient care and is responsible for overall quality of patient care in the facility.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Associate’s degree in nursing required.
• Current Registered Nurse license as required by state regulations in which the facility operates.
• CPR certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.
• De-escalation certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact.

Nice To Haves

• 1-year experience in a psychiatric health care facility preferred.
• 1-year experience in a nursing leadership/management role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
• Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Initiates weekend case management, Utilization review screening, assists with D/C planning and swing intake.
• Manages scheduling and staffing of nursing department.
• Ensures appropriate coverage of shifts.
• Minimizes use of agency staff and overtime.
• Approves or denies appropriately the use of time off by staff.
• Monitors staff attendance, keeping accurate records of tardiness, absences, and staff leaving early or staying late.
• Assists Chief Nursing Officer in the execution of payroll.
• Provides back-up nursing and/or assessment assistance for patients .
• Personally delivers Registered Nurse patient care as needed.
• Assists in the intake department as necessary.
• Assists patients with their requests and needs.
• Acts as patient advocate.
• Oversees the entire hospital operation during the time which administration is not present.
• Oversees performance, maintains schedules, and completes education and coaching when necessary.
• Completes evaluations and delivers disciplines within nursing department in a professional and timely manner.
• Assists Chief Nursing Officer in conducting department meetings on a routine manner.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of regulatory standards including Joint Commission, Medicaid, state and federal laws.
• Performs conflict resolution and mediation with staff.
• Appropriately seeks assistance from the Chief Nursing Officer, Director of Assessment, and People Services when necessary.
• Completes investigations in a thorough and timely manner, ensuring information collected is accurate.
• Provides information to the appropriate designee to ensure completion of necessary reporting or staff follow up.
• Displays a thorough nursing knowledge including assessments, treatment planning, discharge and admission procedures, medication distribution and medical care.
• Delivery of quality nursing care to ensure goals of the treatment plan are properly executed following hospital policies and procedures and demonstrated nursing competencies.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees