SUPV NURSING UNIT

Covenant Health • Knoxville, TN

65d

About The Position

The Nursing Unit Supervisor for the Post-Surgical Unit at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is responsible for assisting the Nurse Manager in delivering high-quality nursing care and managing the administrative aspects of the nursing unit. This role involves overseeing the performance and development of nursing staff, maintaining operational reports, and ensuring effective communication between the nursing unit and other departments. The position requires strong leadership skills and a commitment to patient care excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited nursing program required.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field preferred (required within 3 years in position or effective date of job description).
• Three (3) years of recent clinical experience.
• Must have and maintain Tennessee State registered nurse license.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in selection, training, orienting, developing and evaluating the performance of the department staff.
• Maintains operational reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Assists with coordination and reporting of nursing activities performed on behalf of the patient.
• Establishes and maintains communication between the nursing unit, medical staff and ancillary departments for the purposes of problem solving and quality improvement.
• Assists with establishment and implementation of unit goals and objectives that align with the facility and system.
• Promotes a safe environment that allows for the delivery of high quality patient care utilizing evidenced based practices.
• Protects patient confidentiality by promoting professional staff communications.
• Supervises, institutes, and evaluates nursing interventions and documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in performing critical skills to include appropriate delivery of care according to the age-specific needs of the population served.
• Works collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure patient care is timely, efficient, and effective.
• Facilitates professional development of staff.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Completes required education assignments annually.
• Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Unmatched medical insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Certification bonuses
• Leadership and professional development programs
• Employer-matched 401(k)
• Generous Combined Time Off (CTO) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees