Lead Administrative Nursing Supervisor

About the role

The Lead Administrative Nurse Supervisor is a member of Nursing Administration who is responsible for the 24/7 staffing, mentoring, evaluation of and supervision of Nursing Supervisor Administrative Coordinators. The role works collaboratively with the Nursing Administration leadership to ensure educational requirements, regulatory requirements, quality improvement initiatives and hospital operational needs are met for all staff within Patient Care Services. This role may include evening, night, and weekend shifts and assumes the role of Nursing Supervisor/Administrative Coordinator as needed. The Lead Administrative Nurse Supervisor is a liaison for any administrative concerns.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work of Nursing Supervisors.
• Supervise and direct the work of nursing, social work and counseling staff on the off-shifts (evening, weekends, and holidays).
• Plan and manage staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and appropriate skill mix across the hospital.
• Evaluate staff performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews and staff competencies, as assigned.
• Mentor, train, and provide ongoing education to nursing supervisors and nursing staff.
• Ensure that clinical care is consistent and meets established standards and protocols.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Facilitate effective communication between patients, families, clinical staff, and providers.
• Manage any patient, family or staff complaints to a satisfactory conclusion.
• Participate in the development and implementation of patient care plans, behavior support plans, and therapeutic intervention plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of patient care and staff activities.
• Participate in quality improvement and regulatory compliance initiatives and data collection.
• Address and resolve issues and concerns related to safety, patient care and staff performance.
• Serve as a point of contact between clinical staff and hospital administration.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Licensed and currently registered to practice professional nursing in New York State.
• Baccalaureate in Nursing or Health Related Field.
• BLS/ACLS Certifications.
• Progressive healthcare leadership experience appropriate to position in an acute care facility for a minimum of two years is required.
• Nursing experience in medical/surgical/telemetry and ICU/Critical Care or Emergency Nursing is required.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Proficient at using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient at using electronic medical records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s in nursing preferred.
• PREFERRED BOARD CERTIFICATION.