RN Clinical Supervisor 6C Telemetry, Allegheny General

Highmark Health•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Allegheny General 6C Telemetry Unit is a 30-bed unit providing specialized care for Medical Telemetry, General Medicine, and Internal Medicine patients. The unit cares for patients transitioning from higher levels of care, typically the stepdown unit. Common diagnoses include respiratory failure, COPD exacerbations, drug and alcohol withdrawal, GI bleeds, altered mental status, sepsis, and CHF. The nursing team dedicates time to thoroughly educate patients and their families on medication management, aftercare instructions, and any relevant information to ensure a successful transition from the hospital to home. Allegheny General Hospital (AGH) is a Level I Shock Trauma Center with 5 state-of-the-art ICUs, a state-of-the-art Cancer Center, and over 550 beds. Allegheny Health Network (AHN), a part of Highmark Health, is a 9-hospital system committed to transforming healthcare by providing highly effective services. AHN is dedicated to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering growth and educational opportunities.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree Nursing or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
CPR certification
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Nice To Haves

BSN
3 years’ experience in clinical specialty
Previous supervisory experience
Certification in area of specialty

Responsibilities

Directs and provides professional nursing care to patients through the process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Coordinates the daily clinical and operational components of the unit.
Oversees, monitors, and collects data related to the facility and department's quality and satisfaction measures.
Serves as the clinical expert and role model for staff.
Monitors and mentors staff performance and follows up appropriately with staff.
May perform these duties in a supervisory capacity.
Demonstrates effective leadership skills by effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Enhances professional relationships and achieves desired outcomes.
Utilizes the nursing process in providing and coordinating the plan of patient care for the age-appropriate population.
Assures appropriate staffing levels and staffing mix to optimize routine operations within the context of productivity requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.