Nusrsing Supervisor

Methodist Health System • Dallas, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Supervisor is a Registered Nurse who delegates and provides authority and responsibility for selected programs and aspects of programs across nursing departments. The role plans, coordinates, and directs nursing department functions during evening and night shifts and supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic goals of Methodist Health System. The position reports to the Nurse Manager and is designated as an employee with patient care impact who is required to report during inclement weather (Category B). It is non-exempt under FLSA.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of RN experience.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Current license to practice professional nursing in Texas, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, orally and in writing.
• Compliance with the hospital dress code.
• Management style consistent with corporate and divisional management philosophy, objectives, and guidelines.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work any shift.
• Initiative, ability to work independently within delegated time frames, and strong leadership ability.
• Ability to work with confidential material.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing; equivalent experience, knowledge, and skills may be substituted.
• Current ACLS certification upon hire; ACLS is required within 30 days.
• Previous leadership experience.
• Previous critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ancillary departmental interactions when departments are closed.
• Provide guidance, support, and feedback related to clinical patient care, drawing on a sound knowledge of nursing care and decision-making.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information and preserve the integrity of patient medical records.
• Make staffing decisions and arrange unit coverage in accordance with guidelines, patient acuity, and available resources; notify the Nurse Manager of variances.
• Collaborate with bed control to assess bed availability and support appropriate patient placement.
• Counsel personnel and take disciplinary action in the absence of the manager and director when delaying action could jeopardize its effectiveness.
• Serve as a professional role model and resource, demonstrating Methodist Health System’s vision, values, and Value Management principles.
• Participate in management activities, including hiring and managing Resource Team/PRN employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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