Outpatient LPN Supervisor, Primary Care (Kenton)

OhioHealth

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: Supervise the smooth and efficient operation of the department and assist in the provision of quality health care to patients. Under the direction of the Director or the Assistant Director of Nursing, proactively coordinates patient care activities and ensures the nursing process is carried out by demonstrating professional and clinical leadership.

Requirements

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - National Council of State Boards of Nursing
LPN licensed in the State of Ohio, without restrictions.
Motivated, self directed individual with a well integrated personality.
Poised, professional appearance.
Effective communication and interpersonal relations.
Must possess a current card verifying CPR Certification or will need to become certified within the first 120 days.
Ability to operate, including but not limited to, computer, FAX machine, copier, and multi line phone.
Must have two years of office or supervisory Experience and minimum of four years of general nursing Experience .
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs.

Responsibilities

Perform the major duties of staff as required per departmental structure.
Organize the workflow, prioritize, assign duties and monitor outcome for quality and quantity within the department. Seek and incorporate physician input regarding operations of the department .
Oversee the ordering, receiving and storage of supplies/equipment.
Write, review and update policies and procedures on a regular basis and as needed for all departments under his/her supervision.
Act as a liaison with employees and supervisors from other departments to promote problem solving and improve interdepartmental operations.
Review incident reports initiated with the department s and take follow-up action as indicated.
Schedule and conduct departmental meetings on a regular basis to convey items of interest, interpret departmental and Company policies and procedures, etc. , as well as to seek input and feedback from employees. Maintain attendance records for departmental meetings.
Identify educational needs within the department and assist in developing learning experiences to meet those needs.
Participates in interview, selection, and recommendation for hire process and oversees training of new employees for their areas.
Review and approve employee time cards and all time-out requests. Maintain accurate records of employee's time out.
Arrange office coverage as needed for employee absences using department employees if at all possible
Conduct timely employee evaluations, initiate any necessary disciplinary action, recommend bonuses and pay adjustments.
Assist in the development of departmental budget; monitor and report utilization of personnel and supplies.
Plan for future departmental needs i.e., staffing, equipment, supplies, budget, and space requirements.
Participate in required or recommended Company meetings for employees and/or supervisors.
Exhibit interest in personal continuing education to improve clinical and/or management skills.
Serve on standing or ad hoc committees as requested or as time and interest permits.
Meet with and report to Director or Assistant Director of Nursing on regular basis to share information, ideas, concerns, etc.
May be required to travel to off site locations.
Maintain confidentiality of all current and former patients and medical records as required by HIPAA regulations and company policy.
Perform any other duties necessary in the operation of the departments and/or Company.
Complete required HealthStream courses.
Thoughtful of others, gentle, courteous, patient, neat, well-groomed, healthy, friendly, average intelligence, good memory and tactful. Should have ability to organize his/her time and possess the skills to multitask.
Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully with others within the Company and especially with the public and patients.
Must be of good moral character and have a pleasing personality. Must practice basic rules of personal hygiene and appearance as outline in the Company Dress Code policy.
Possess the tact, patience and kindness required to deal with patients who are ill and may have functional problems.
Assists the Director/Assistant Director of Nursing with the overall supervision of nursing staff.