Sup House (RN) - PRN

Community Health Systems•Las Cruces, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor, House - RN provides leadership during assigned shifts to oversee hospital operations and ensure safe, high-quality patient care. The role serves as the administrative point of contact during non-business hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The Supervisor coordinates patient flow, manages staffing, responds to emergencies, ensures compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards, and serves as a resource for clinical and non-clinical staff. MountainView Regional Medical Center is a 168-bed, Joint Commission-accredited acute care facility serving Las Cruces and southern New Mexico. The position may also work in a staff role when required and must fulfill the duties and competencies established for that role.

Requirements

1–2 years of related experience in the profession required.
Registered Nurse (RN) state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
Ability to foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Ability to communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
In-depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance, if applicable.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data-analysis tools.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher preferred.
1–2 years of previous leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee hospital operations during assigned shifts and ensure appropriate staffing levels across departments.
Monitor hospital census; coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers; and ensure optimal bed utilization.
Serve as the administrative point of contact for staff, patients, and families during non-business hours, addressing inquiries, resolving conflicts, and providing support.
Respond to emergencies, crises, and critical patient-care issues, coordinating resources and personnel.
Serve as incident commander during disaster situations until relieved by a senior leader.
Supervise nursing staff and provide clinical guidance, oversight, support, and appropriate delegation.
Promote efficient use of organizational resources to provide cost-effective and safe patient-care services.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, and address deviations.
Handle patient and family complaints and inquiries professionally and empathetically.
Complete and validate the midnight census, including accurate patient counts and bed-status reporting.
Conduct hospital rounds to assess staff and patient needs and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
Facilitate communication among staff, physicians, and administration to resolve issues and maintain operational efficiency.
Provide administrative decision-making support when department managers or senior administrators are absent, escalating critical issues to the Administrator on Call as needed.
Identify performance-improvement opportunities and assist with initiatives to improve care delivery and patient satisfaction.
Monitor and maintain adequate supplies and resources for staff.
Supervise, train, and oversee departmental staff; schedule employees; consult with managers or directors on staffing issues; and contribute to performance evaluations and goal setting.
Assist with departmental budget management, monitor expenditures, and support cost-effective operations while maintaining service quality.
May contribute to evaluation and implementation of new technologies and development of departmental policies, procedures, and protocols.
Ensure regulatory compliance; may participate in audits, inspections, and accreditation processes; and follow established quality-control practices.
Collaborate with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery, and stay current with industry advancements, technologies, and regulatory changes.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance, comply with policies and standards, perform other assigned duties, and meet role competencies when working in a staff role.