Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor - Inpatient unit (per diem)

Natchaug Hospital•Mansfield Center, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Supervisor for the Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit is an experienced Registered Nurse responsible for supervising and monitoring nursing departments on an assigned shift in accordance with nursing standards and practices and applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The role ensures appropriate delivery of direct and indirect patient care and fosters a positive environment for the professional practice of nursing. The RN Supervisor provides leadership for Natchaug Hospital departments in the absence of the unit manager, director, or administration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
Active Registered Nurse license from the State of Connecticut.
Three years of acute-care charge or supervisory experience.
Progressive leadership experience.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) provider credential.
Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate with departments, employees, physicians, managers, other agencies, and the public.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
At least one year of experience in a psychiatric setting within the three required years of acute-care charge or supervisory experience.
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider credential.

Responsibilities

Serve as the point person, in collaboration with the CLC, for admissions and internal and external patient transfers.
Facilitate and make decisions about placement for all admissions and inter- and intra-facility transfers.
Contribute to efficient unit operations by establishing priorities, removing impediments, and resolving problems.
Ensure the patient's voice is central to and present in decision-making.
Model teamwork and collaboration within and outside the department.
Promote a safe and healthful work environment, self-care, and empowerment.