Nurse Supervisor - Day Shift

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking an experienced and dynamic registered nurse to serve as a dedicated Supervisor for the safe and effective provision of nursing care. The selected candidate will perform a variety of duties to determine a primary course of action for medical and other emergencies/unusual situations that occur during their time on duty, consistent within the framework of existing policy. The Supervisor is responsible for identifying and responding to administrative issues as appropriate. The hours are 7-3:30 PM Day Shift (40 Hours). This is a Full-Time Position. Incumbents work every other weekend, and days off are assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of principles and practices of Nursing.
• Ability to gather clinical information through observing and questioning individuals, examining, and reviewing patient charts, lab data and other documents.
• Skilled in empathizing with patients and communicating effectively.
• Ability to display sensitivity and respect regarding a patients' cultural and religious preferences/needs.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to changing situations to meet emergency or changing program requirements.
• Capacity to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
• Two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility.
• One year of supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity experience.
• Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
• Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination.
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years medical/surgical experience.
• Capacity to establish effective relationships with individuals, families, visitors, and medical staff.
• Ability to deal effectively with staff conflict within nursing department, as well as to help successfully resolve interdisciplinary issues.
• Cognitive and technical knowledge and the ability to progressively manage care delivery across the continuum of care.
• Talent for promoting the accurate exchange of clinical information.
• Collaborative with a wide variety of staff demonstrating personal initiative as well as the ability to work well in a team setting.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Chief Nursing Officer, Director of Inpatient Services, Director of Critical Care and Operative Services, Nurse Managers, and fellow Nursing Supervisors to ensure adequate and appropriate staffing to provide safe and effective care.
• Serves as the Nursing Supervisor during the week and in rotation on weekends.
• Supervises staff on assigned shift by evaluating their job performance and making recommendations to the appropriate Nurse Manager to maintain a high level of patient care.
• Provides counseling to individual staff members in an empathetic and thorough manner and communicates issues to Nurse Manager.
• Initiates initial disciplinary action for staff as needed in a clear, calm manner following the established rules and regulations.
• Establishes a rapport with all patients, evaluating patient’s responses, and in conjunction with other team members, adjusting their care to ensure the daily needs, dignity of human rights of the patient are met, therefore facilitating a speedy recovery.
• Serves as a role model for staff at all times; takes initiative in meeting patient needs, demonstrating professionalism and respect in all interactions and working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Responds to, assesses, participates in, and evaluates all emergency activities involving nursing staff in order to ensure patient and staff safety, and communicates with appropriate Nursing Director, Nurse Manager, Chief Nursing Officer, and/or Administrator on call.
• Champions the promotion of staff development and facilitates training as needed.
• Performs initial investigation of incidents and accidents that occur to patients or staff while ensuring proper care is given.
• Ensures appropriate reporting, documentation and follow-up of administrative issues and nursing concerns.
• Assists as a resource in the clinical management of patient care by following all policies and procedures in order to promote effective nursing care and facilitates patient care by assisting nursing staff in identifying and utilizing inter and intradepartmental resources.
• Serves as an administrative role model and resource in the process of resolving individual unit or hospital issues.
• Participates in appropriate committees or activities that formulate nursing and/or hospital policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• Work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed