Administrative Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Assume accountability for all operations relating to patient care during the shift.
• Functions as a liaison among all areas of the hospital and provides administrative direction.
• Interprets and enforces institutional wide policies, procedures and standards.
• Affirm adequate staffing resources are available within Patient Care Services in accordance with approved staffing plans.
• Maintain quality patient care by monitoring clinical performance and maintaining nursing standards through effective teamwork.
• Identify operational problems and emergency situations and initiate actions and consult with appropriate personnel.
• Participate in committees and professional development activities.
• Respond to requests for patient care equipment and supplies in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Sophisticated troubleshooting, clinical and interpersonal skills in order to successfully deal with constant operational decisions, as well as dealing with people of diverse goals and professional language.
• Ability to work in an environment that includes exposure to all patient elements i.e., bloodborne pathogens, physical requirements: lifting and pulling of patients, transporting patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs, standing and walking.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with at least three years of progressively more responsible management experience, and a minimum of three years clinical experience.
• Master's in Nursing, Hospital Administration or related field from an accredited school preferred.
• Registration and current Connecticut license.
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures.
• Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.