Night House Supervisor/Patient Flow Specialist

Position Overview

The house Supervisor/Patient Flow Specialist provides direction and guidance for hospital staff in interpretation/application of policies and procedures, problem solving, utilization and assignment of nursing resources, and response to patient/family complaints/concerns. They organize workflow and ensure staff understand their duties or delegated tasks. They monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching. They assume responsibility for supervision and administrative decision making in collaboration with clinical leaders and the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and guidance for hospital staff in interpretation/application of policies and procedures.
• Solves problems related to nursing operations and patient care.
• Utilizes and assigns nursing resources effectively.
• Responds to patient/family complaints/concerns.
• Organizes workflow and ensures staff understand their duties or delegated tasks.
• Maintains accurate records and reports.
• Makes administrative decisions in collaboration with clinical leaders and the CNO.
• Works closely with charge nurses and all clinical and non-clinical support staff.
• Assists in developing and implementing patient flow strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as an RN in a hospital setting; recent ICU or experience preferred.
• Recent ICU or experience preferred.
• Use of basic office equipment, use of multiple IV pumps, ability to operate advanced medical equipment, including A-lines, invasive lines, chest tubes, patients requiring ventilator support.
• Experience in care of patients from infancy to geriatrics.
• Experience in patient flow, resource nurse, and nurse leadership.

Qualifications

• Licensed registered nurse in the State of Montana.
• CPR required.
• ACLS and PALS required or must obtain upon 6 months of employment.

Skills

• Advanced nursing principles and procedures.
• Care of the post-operative patient.
• Medical patients.
• Strong background in cardiac monitoring.
• Exceptional leadership and people skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Independent thinking and critical thinking skills.
• Flexibility and initiative.
• Ability to handle a busy workload.

About Us

In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice. We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence-based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment, and innovation/technology.

About Great Falls

Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world-class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance.

Notice Of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes: Criminal background check, Drug Screening, Health and Immunizations Screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.