RN Supervisor Med Surg Days - Four Peaks

HonorHealth•Mesa, AZ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Supervisor for the Medical/Surgical Unit supervises, assesses, plans, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates patient care and staff development. The role determines and maintains unit or program needs and standards using the nursing process and evidence-based information. The supervisor incorporates the organization’s vision, values, mission, and critical goals into job performance and assists the Clinical Director with management of the unit’s staff and patient population. The position also provides direct patient care as needed and collaborates with physicians in executing the medical plan of care. RN staff with direct responsibility for stroke patient care must know stroke symptoms and warning signs; protocols and pathways for identifying, evaluating, and managing stroke patients; NIHSS; Stroke Alert activation and protocol; stroke quality indicators; available patient education materials and community resources; educational requirements; and Stroke Center website resources. The role oversees staff and patient care, including hiring and onboarding, performance evaluation and management, coaching, and employee development. It establishes or contributes to patient care plans and may administer medications and treatments, manage IV lines, observe and document patient status, and consult with physicians and other clinicians. The supervisor supports policy compliance and financial stewardship, including the department budget; serves as a resource to staff, patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and visitors; facilitates collaboration and problem solving; participates in policy revisions, committees, and unit goal-setting; and supports recruitment, retention, education, and professional development. The supervisor regularly rounds with physicians, patients, or families, applies evidence-based practice, supports quality improvement, and directs staff in the nursing process and patient care coordination.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN or BScN) from an accredited NLN/CCNE institution.
Legally licensed to work as a registered nurse in Arizona.
At least 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)/BLS Healthcare Provider Training Course certification.
State RN licensure or compact state licensure.
Obtain certification in the respective area of expertise within 1 year of hire or promotion date for magnet standards.
Staff with direct responsibility for stroke patient care must meet the stroke-specific education requirements referenced in the addendum.

Nice To Haves

3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).

Responsibilities

Supervise, assess, plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate patient care and staff development.
Assist the Clinical Director in managing assigned staff and the unit’s patient population.
Provide direct patient care according to unit needs and collaborate with physicians in executing the medical plan of care.
Oversee staff and ensure adequate patient care, including hiring and onboarding, evaluating performance, coaching, and developing employees.
Establish or contribute to patient care plans; administer medications and treatments; manage IV lines; observe and record patient status; and consult with physicians and other clinicians.
Ensure compliance with policies and maintain financial stewardship, including accountability for department budget development and maintenance.
Serve as a resource to staff, patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and visitors to improve patient experience, clinical outcomes, and the work environment.
Teach patients and families about illness or injury management, post-treatment and home care, diet, nutrition, exercise, and self-administration of medication and therapy.
Facilitate inter- and intradepartmental collaboration and communication, and promote problem solving.
Participate in applicable policy revisions and committees, and contribute to creating, implementing, and following up on unit goals and action plans.
Support recruitment and retention through role modeling, fostering peer relationships, staff education, and participation in preceptor or mentor programs.
Coordinate educational and professional activities based on department and unit needs.
Round regularly with physicians, patients, or families to facilitate quality practice and improve the patient experience.
Use the nursing process and evidence-based practice to provide care and evaluate patient care plans.
Initiate and support quality improvement initiatives and use resources effectively and efficiently.
Direct staff in applying the nursing process, coordinate patient care, and promote independent functioning among employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.