Primary Nursing Supervisor

Good Shepherd Health Care•Hermiston, OR

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The role of a hospital nursing supervisor is critical to maintaining quality patient care and efficient unit operations. They coordinate patient care activities and/or surgical procedures outside of regular hours. The Nursing Supervisor is responsible as the administrative representative and/or manager in the absence of the VP of Nursing. They need a working knowledge of the medical/legal rules and regulations as they apply to the organization, are responsible for the overall direction of the nursing personnel, flow of the facility and are responsible to the VP of Nursing.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
Evidence of continuing education is appropriate for a nursing supervisor
Current RN license in the State of Oregon
USGIV certification
ACLS, PALS, TNCC or Team Oregon, and NIMS training
MOAB training
3-5 years minimum of direct patient care nursing experience
Experience in the specific clinical area being supervised (e.g., med-surg, critical care, ED)
Demonstrated clinical competence and expertise in nursing procedures and protocols
Experience with staff scheduling and resource allocation
Ability to accept responsibility for the coordination of all patient care activities
Ability to perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
Ability to make evaluations and decisions based on measurable or verifiable criteria
Ability to work independently
Ability to recognize and protect patient rights
Ability to convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, grief, or trauma
Ability to set an example that creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation
Ability to communicate effectively and therapeutically with people from every socioeconomic background
Ability to incorporate guest relations in daily activities

Nice To Haves

BSN
Previous charge nurse experience highly preferred
Bilingual and/or English Spanish speaking preferred
Ability to work with culturally diverse population

Responsibilities

Oversee nursing staff during assigned shift, providing clinical guidance and leadership
Manage staffing levels, adjusting as needed for patient acuity and census
Coordinate nurse assignments and patient distribution
Serve as a resource and mentor for less experienced nursing staff
Lead shift change meetings and ensure proper handoff communication
Respond to and assist with complex patient care situations
Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges
Perform clinical assessments when needed during critical situations
Ensure proper implementation of care plans and physician orders
Monitor and evaluate the quality of nursing care provided
Respond to code situations and other emergencies
Maintain accurate documentation of shift activities and incidents
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Monitor and report staffing levels, patient census, and bed availability
Address and document patient/family complaints and unusual incidents
Participate in performance improvement initiatives
Communicate with hospital administration regarding significant issues
Liaise with physicians, other departments, and services
Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams
Facilitate communication between nursing units and other hospital departments
Work with support services to ensure patient needs are met
Stay current with nursing best practices and evidence-based care
Contribute to staff education and training
Support implementation of new protocols and procedures
Support the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures
Participate in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position
Perform other related duties as assigned