Registered Nurse Supervisor Inpatient Dialysis

American Addiction Centers•Milwaukee, WI

3d•$44 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

This role provides work direction to the staff with clear responsibility for the coordination of resources to efficiently support procedures, day-to-day operations and the smooth flow of patients through the department. The Registered Nurse Supervisor promotes an environment conducive to the delivery of quality patient care, advocates for the rights of patients and staff, and fosters communication among patients, families, hospital departments, and medical staff to optimize the interdependence of all team members. This position coordinates the needs of physicians and acts as a liaison between the medical staff and the nursing staff by serving as a problem solver and mediator. The supervisor develops and maintains effective intra- and inter-departmental relationships and facilitates positive communication with medical supply companies and their representatives. They evaluate the quality of patient care provided in the specialty area through collaboration with unit and organization resource people, ensuring policies and procedures are in compliance with those of the medical center, the nursing department, and regulatory agencies. In collaboration with the manager, the supervisor conducts ongoing process improvement and serves as a clinical resource contact for patients, families, nursing staff, other health care members, and external agencies. Additionally, in collaboration with departmental and organizational staff, they develop department orientation and continuing education programs for all staff, teaching and guiding staff, and assisting with various teaching programs. The role provides input regarding equipment/supply needs, renovations, and environmental issues in preparation of operating and capital equipment budgets. The supervisor supports Shared Leadership and its functions related to Nursing Evaluation, Peer Review, Policy/Procedures, and Standards of Nursing Practice. They perform human resources responsibilities for staff, including coaching on performance, completing performance reviews, and managing staff morale. Recommendations for hiring, compensation changes, promotions, corrective action decisions, and terminations are also part of the responsibilities. The Registered Nurse Supervisor is responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that personal actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations, and laws applicable to the organization's business. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including understanding the principles of growth and development over the life span and possessing the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Requirements

Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Typically requires 3 years of experience in an inpatient nursing unit environment.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills necessary.
Ability to handle multiple demands simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Dialysis experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides work direction to the staff with clear responsibility for the coordination of resources to efficiently support procedures, day-to-day operations and the smooth flow of patients through the department.
Promotes an environment conducive to the delivery of quality patient care. Advocates for rights of patients and staff.
Promotes communication among patients, families, hospital departments, and medical staff to optimize the interdependence of all team members. Coordinates the needs of physicians and acts as liaison between the medical staff and the nursing staff by serving as a problem solver and mediator.
Develops and maintains effective intra- and inter-departmental relationships. Facilitates positive communication with medical supply companies and their representatives.
Evaluates the quality of patient care provided in the specialty area through collaboration with unit and organization resource people. Ensures policies and procedures are in compliance with those of the medical center, the nursing department, and regulatory agencies.
In collaboration with the manager, conducts ongoing process improvement.
Serves as a clinical resource contact for patients, families, nursing staff, other health care members and external agencies.
In collaboration with departmental and organizational staff, develops department orientation and continuing education programs for all staff. Teaches and guides staff. Assists with various teaching programs.
Provides input regarding equipment/supply needs, renovations, and environmental issues in preparation of operating and capital equipment budgets.
Supports Shared Leadership and its functions related to Nursing Evaluation, Peer Review, Policy/Procedures, and Standards of Nursing Practice.
Performs human resources responsibilities for staff which includes coaching on performance, completes performance reviews and overall staff morale. Recommends hiring, compensation changes, promotions, corrective action decisions, and terminations.
Responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's Code of Ethical Conduct and for ensuring that personal actions, and the actions of employees supervised, comply with the policies, regulations and laws applicable to the organization's business.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program