Nursing Night Shift RN Supervisor

SCOTT COUNTY HOSPITAL•Scott City, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Night Supervisor is responsible for ensuring high-quality nursing care on a 24-hour basis while maintaining compliance with federal, state, local, and professional standards. This role provides leadership and support to nursing staff, assists with staffing coordination, performance monitoring, recruitment, and staff development, and helps oversee daily nursing operations during night shifts. The position also supports departmental goals through involvement in policy implementation, infection control, budgeting, and meaningful use initiatives. Guided by the Nursing Process and current standards of practice, the Night Supervisor promotes compassionate, patient-centered care while fostering teamwork, professionalism, and excellence within the nursing department. In this role, you have a direct impact by ensuring patients receive safe, high-quality care throughout the night while leading and supporting the nursing team with professionalism and compassion. You help create a positive, team-focused environment by coordinating staffing needs, mentoring staff, maintaining compliance with healthcare standards, and promoting patient-centered care. Your leadership, communication, and commitment to excellence contribute to the overall success of the nursing department and the well-being of the patients and the community you serve.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; BSN preferred.
Current Kansas state RN license required.
2-4 years of nursing experience required; management experience preferred.
Knowledge of nursing practices, healthcare regulations, and commitment to professional growth.
BLS certification required within 1 month of employment; ACLS, PALS, and NRP certification required within 6 months of employment; TNCC certification required within 1 year of employment.
High-energy, motivated leader with a positive and professional presence.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and personalities.
Tactful, flexible, and emotionally mature with sound judgement and discretion.
Organized, resourceful, and detail oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Collaborative, team-focused leadership style that promotes staff engagement and accountability.
Results-driven and people-oriented, balancing operational priorities with quality patient care.
Service-oriented while remaining confident, assertive, and persuasive when needed.
Ability to build credibility, lead decisively and support organizational goals and priorities.
Professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
Ability to effectively lead and support multidisciplinary nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, Graduate Nurses, Student Nurses, PCTs, and Ward Clerks.
Strong leadership and staff development skills with the ability to supervise, mentor, and motivate nursing teams.
Excellent clinical knowledge and nursing judgment to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
Effective communication and conflict resolution skills with staff, providers, patients, and families.
Ability to manage daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and workflow efficiently.
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance requirements.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities in fast-paced environments.
Ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to changing needs.
Competency in performance management, employee coaching, and team collaboration.
Skilled in quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and maintaining standards of care.
Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems and healthcare documentation practices.
Ability to foster a positive, patient-centered culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and service excellence.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining nursing policies and procedures that align with current standards of practice, facility philosophy, and regulatory requirements.
Communicate and interpret nursing policies, procedures, and expectations to staff while monitoring adherence to established standards.
Assist in evaluating nursing staff performance, including coaching, disciplinary action, and recommendations regarding wage adjustments in accordance with organizational policies.
Oversee staffing schedules to ensure appropriate coverage that meets patient care needs, regulatory standards, and budget expectations.
Assist in the recruitment, selection, and retention of qualified nursing personnel to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Support daily floor operations by serving as a clinical and Electronic Medical Records (EMR) resource for staff.
Conduct patient care rounds to assess quality of care and communicate with patients, families, and staff regarding care delivery and patient outcomes.
Collaborate with patients, families, and providers, nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, and leadership to coordinate effective patient-centered care.
Participate in and promote Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives and ongoing Quality Assurance (QA) activities within nursing services.
Assist in preparing and implementing Plans of Correction related to inspection surveys and follow-up quality improvement activities.
Assist in developing and providing in-service education and training programs to ensure nursing staff maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.
Participate in continuing education and remain current on developments within nursing practice and healthcare operations.
Serve as a technical and educational resource for staff, providers, students, and other healthcare personnel.
Maintain awareness of organizational updates and departmental communication through email, bulletin boards, and other communication channels.
Assist in monitoring compliance with OSHA regulations, workplace safety standards, infection prevention protocols, and facility policies.
Promote accident prevention, safe work practices, and adherence to safety procedures to reduce employee injuries and workers’ compensation risks.
Support compliance with Corporate Compliance standards, HIPAA privacy and security regulations, confidentiality requirements, and the organization’s Code of Conduct.
Follow all safety and emergency management policies and assist in educating staff regarding emergency preparedness procedures.
Participate in the development and monitoring of departmental budgets for nursing services.
Assist leadership in maintaining efficient operations while supporting responsible resource utilization and budgetary goals.
Promote exceptional customer service by addressing concerns, resolving complaints professionally, and fostering a welcoming and respectful environment for patients, families, and staff.
Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with patients, families, coworkers, providers, and the public.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals of diverse cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Foster teamwork by collaborating across departments, supporting coworkers, and contributing to a positive work environment.
Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and ethical behavior in all interactions and patient care activities while providing unbiased, respectful care to all individuals.