Registered Nurse (RN) House Supervisor

South Sound Behavioral Hospital•Lacey, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

South Sound Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) House Supervisor to join their team. This role is instrumental in ensuring the seamless delivery of patient care, adhering to established standards, mental health practices, and hospital policies. The RN House Supervisor actively contributes to the hospital's philosophy, objectives, and engages in educational and Performance Improvement initiatives. Leadership on the assigned shift will impact patient care and enhance overall hospital performance. The position involves assessing the physical and psychological conditions of patients, utilizing the nursing process, and upholding a safe therapeutic environment. The supervisor will oversee staff adherence to standards of care, mental health practices, and hospital policies, while also leading and contributing to performance improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include providing supervision, leadership, and direction to nursing staff, evaluating program effectiveness, formulating improvement plans, and implementing changes. Coordination of staffing schedules based on patient needs and maintaining legal processes for patients are also key. Ensuring compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state, and regulatory standards, as well as developing, updating, and evaluating treatment planning effectiveness are crucial aspects of the role.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required.
Able to produce a valid Washington State RN license.
A minimum of three years’ experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility and psychiatric nursing management.
Thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, CMS, and OSHA requirements, and state and federal regulatory standards.
CPR certification is required.
Successful completion of crisis intervention training within 90 days of employment and before participating in restraining procedures.
Demonstrate exceptional crisis management and time management skills.
Showcase your flexibility and creativity, with a proven ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
Exhibit a calm, organized, and professional demeanor even in the face of stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess the physical and psychological conditions of patients continuously throughout their care journey.
Utilize the nursing process in alignment with the philosophy, objectives, values, mission, and core principles of SSBH.
Uphold a safe therapeutic environment grounded in our core values.
Oversee and ensure staff adherence to standards of care, mental health practices, and hospital policies.
Lead and contribute to the hospital's philosophy, objectives, and performance improvement initiatives.
Provide essential supervision, leadership, and direction to nursing staff.
Evaluate program effectiveness, formulate improvement plans, and implement necessary changes.
Coordinate staffing schedules based on patient needs and maintain legal processes for patients.
Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state, and regulatory standards.
Develop, update, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment planning offered by Nursing Services.
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, document patient information, and reassess changes in patient condition.