Sup House (RN) - PRN

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Las Cruces, NM

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 and staffing, responds to emergencies, ensures compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards, and supports clinical and non-clinical staff. The position also supervises and guides nursing staff, addresses patient and family concerns, monitors resources and census, and provides administrative decision-making support when department managers or senior administrators are absent. It contributes to staffing, performance management, budget oversight, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and operational improvement. The position is PRN at MountainView Regional Medical Center, a 168-bed Joint Commission-accredited acute care facility serving Las Cruces and southern New Mexico.

Requirements

Associate degree or higher preferred.
1–2 years of related professional experience 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 teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Ability to communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to delegate, work effectively with others, manage tasks independently, and meet deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
In-depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance, as applicable.
Strong 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; immigration sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

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

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 in disaster situations until relieved by a senior leader.
Supervise nursing staff and provide clinical guidance, oversight, and support for delegation and care delivery.
Promote efficient use of organizational resources to provide cost-effective and safe patient care.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, identifying and addressing deviations.
Handle patient and family complaints and inquiries professionally and empathetically.
Complete and validate the midnight census and report accurate patient counts and bed status.
Conduct hospital rounds to assess staff and patient needs and 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 in the absence of department managers or senior administrators and escalate critical issues to the Administrator on Call as needed.
Identify performance-improvement opportunities and help implement initiatives to enhance care delivery and patient satisfaction.
Monitor and maintain adequate supplies and resources for staff.
Perform other duties as assigned; maintain regular and reliable attendance; and comply with policies and standards.
Supervise, train, and oversee departmental staff; schedule employees; consult with the Manager or Director 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 evaluating and implementing new technologies and developing 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, keep up to date with industry developments and regulatory changes, and work in a staff role when required.