Psychiatric/DD Nurse Supervisor
About The Position
The Psychiatric/DD Nurse Supervisor coordinates psychiatric and medical nursing services for an assigned area on one or more shifts at the Gallipolis Developmental Center. The role oversees nursing activities and care delivery, ensures compliance, and supervises nursing personnel and, where applicable, direct care staff. The supervisor also manages staffing schedules and overtime, supports staff performance and development, and serves as a liaison and interdisciplinary team member. The position provides professional nursing care when needed, consults with physicians, and responds to emergencies.
Requirements
- Current license as a registered professional nurse in Ohio, issued by the Board of Nursing under Section 4723.03 of the Revised Code.
- 24 months of experience in psychiatric nursing or delivery of nursing services to persons with developmental disabilities.
- 3 months of training or experience in employee training and development.
- 3 courses or 9 months of experience in public relations.
- 3 courses or 9 months of experience in counseling.
- Equivalent of the minimum class qualifications may substitute for experience requirements, but not for the required licensure.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate nursing services for an assigned area on one or more shifts.
- Coordinate assessments, planning, evaluation, and delivery of psychiatric and medical nursing services.
- Evaluate care of patients/consumers.
- Assist in planning nursing policies and procedures.
- Monitor nursing activities to ensure compliance.
- Coordinate staffing schedules and authorize overtime.
- Serve as liaison between nursing/medical services and other disciplines.
- Supervise subordinate nursing personnel and, where applicable, direct care staff assigned to the area.
- Approve or disapprove leave requests; complete performance evaluations; recommend or initiate disciplinary actions; counsel and advise staff.
- Develop, schedule, and monitor in-service training programs.
- Attend meetings, workshops, and seminars.
- Serve as an interdisciplinary team member.
- Write and review reports.
- Provide professional nursing care as needed, confer with physicians regarding patient care, and respond to emergencies.
Benefits
- Medical coverage, including the Ohio Med PPO plan.
- Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
- Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
- 11 paid holidays per year.
- Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
- Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
- Public retirement systems, including OPERS, and optional Ohio Deferred Compensation savings plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
