House Supervisor - Med Surg - Urbana Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health • Urbana, OH

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Facility Nursing Supervisor maintains continuity of patient care throughout the hospital when unit nurse managers or directors are absent. The role supervises hospital personnel and coordinates staffing and patient care to support safe, efficient, high-quality care. The supervisor oversees nursing units, responds to emergencies, collaborates with clinical and operational leaders, and escalates issues through the chain of command. The position also supports Mercy Health’s mission and policies and follows the core concepts of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Requirements

• Current RN license in the state of employment or a compact-covered license.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification.
• Skills in collaboration, communication, conflict resolution, relationship building, situational leadership, consensus building, group facilitation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to apply high-reliability concepts, evidence-based practices, clinical best practices, patient safety, quality improvement, performance improvement, regulatory standards, and risk management.
• Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures, patient care services, clinical outcomes, nursing practice, and care delivery across the continuum.
• Leadership, mentoring, change management, people management, staffing, workforce development, strategic planning, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to analyze data, use information management and technology, provide customer service, uphold ethical and compliance standards, accept feedback, and remain accountable for decisions.
• Ability to work in union environments.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification.
• Two years of nursing experience, including at least one year of clinical experience.
• Charge nurse or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate hospital personnel to maintain safe, efficient continuity of care.
• Assign patient care responsibilities based on staff ability and patient needs.
• Evaluate care provided by staff under the supervisor’s direction, make changes as appropriate, and provide feedback.
• Maintain accountability for personal care and care delegated to others while adhering to ethical and legal standards.
• Seek assistance from appropriate resources when needed.
• Visit nursing units to oversee care and evaluate patient conditions.
• Evaluate unit census and patient acuity, and collaborate with the Resource Optimization Center and department leaders on assignments.
• Coordinate with supply chain leadership to expedite delivery of materials and services, including medications, equipment, linen, food, and information services.
• Respond to hospital emergency codes and direct staff as appropriate.
• Escalate issues promptly through the chain of command.
• Notify on-call personnel of impending emergency surgery.
• Use the nursing process to assess patients’ physical, psychological, and sociocultural needs.
• Communicate effectively to meet patient and family needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on patient assignments and workflow.
• Address patient and unit issues using problem-solving approaches and recommend realistic changes.
• Support the organization’s mission and vision and adhere to BSMH policies and the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed