Nurse Supervisor

Position Summary

This position reports to the Chief Nursing Officer and is responsible for overseeing Nursing operations for assigned service line ensuring quality patient care by managing staff, assigning tasks, monitoring patient status, coordinating with other healthcare teams, and maintaining compliance with policies and procedures, acting as a bridge between nursing staff and hospital management teams with 24-hour accountability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interviews and selects new team members
• Performance evaluations and coaching of nursing staff
• Disciplinary actions when necessary in collaboration with HR and Union
• Scheduling and assigning staff to patient needs
• Addressing staff concerns and conflicts
• Providing ongoing training and development opportunities

Patient Care Oversight

• Monitoring patient conditions and assessing care quality
• Reviewing patient documentation and ensuring accuracy
• Identifying and addressing potential patient safety issues
• Communicating with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding patient care
• Responding to emergencies and coordinating Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) protocols

Operational Management

• Maintaining budgeted resource allocation for the Residential nursing units; acts fiscally responsible
• Ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures
• Overseeing medication administration and controlled substance management with resolution of discrepancies
• Monitoring equipment and supplies inventory
• Coinciding with other departments on campus

Leadership and Communication

• In collaboration with CNO, responsible for implementing strategic plan
• Maintains professional and regulatory standards
• Facilitating effective communication between staff, physicians, and other departments
• Promoting a positive work environment and staff morale
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives
• Utilizes the SBAR communication format
• Applies the Safe Crisis Management techniques and assists patients, families, and other customers with concern and empathy
• Respects patient confidentiality and privacy
• Answers telephone calls promptly and professionally