Nurse Supervisor - Weekends
About The Position
The Nurse Supervisor is responsible for the delivery of quality nursing care for all patients on the In-patient and RTC units. The Nurse Supervisor has the authority to adjust staffing as necessary for the day, evening, night and weekend shifts. The Nurse Supervisor will oversee all unit activities including, but not limited to, admissions, discharges, crisis intervention, restraint and/or seclusion, Baker Acts, relieving for break or meals. The Nurse Supervisor manages the Mental Health Techs working on the unit as part of the nursing team, administers prescribed medications and provides medication for the nursing staff when the Pharmacy is closed. The Nurse Supervisor will coordinate all medical codes, whether real or mock, and ensure they are carried out appropriately and safely.
Requirements
- Ability to pass a Level 2 Background Investigation. Please visit the following link for more information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
- Graduate of accredited school of professional nursing.
- Requires five (5) years experience as a Registered Nurse. Prefer two (2) in psychiatric nursing. Knowledge of current nursing procedures, the nursing process, medications and their correct administration.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida required. Prefer AMA certification in psychiatric nursing.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, teaching and management skills.
- Current CPR Certification required
Nice To Haves
- Prefer two (2) in psychiatric nursing.
- Prefer AMA certification in psychiatric nursing.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates knowledge in the completion of pre-admission assessments and response to crisis calls and follow-up.
- Demonstrates proficiency and skill in basic nursing procedures and refers to policy and procedures as needed.
- Oversees the correct assessment, implementation, and documentation of suicide, elopement, and special observation precautions according to policy and procedures.
- Counsels staff at the time that inappropriate job behaviors are noted.
- Can correctly perform and direct CPR and Handle With Care; assists with accurate nursing assessments.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
