Nursing Supervisor Emergency Department

Four Peaks Medical Center – 1301 S Crismon Rd, Mesa, AZ 85209

$15k Sign-On Bonus available

Responsibilities

Supervises, assesses, plans, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates patient care and staff development. Determines and maintains unit or program needs and standards using nursing process and evidence-based information. Assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission, and critical goals of the organization into job performance. Assists the Clinical Director in managing the unit's assigned staff and patient population. Provides direct patient care according to the needs of the unit/program and collaborates with physicians in executing the medical plan of care.

• Oversees staff to ensure adequate patient care, including hiring, onboarding, evaluating, managing performance, coaching, and developing employees to ensure productivity, quality of work, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Establishes or contributes to care plans, including administering medication, managing dosages, avoiding interactions, starting/maintaining/discontinuing IV lines, administering therapies and treatments, observing patients, recording observations, and consulting with physicians.
• Ensures compliance with all policies and financial stewardship by maintaining department budget integrity.
• Serves as a resource to staff, patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and visitors to improve patient experience, clinical outcomes, and promote a healthy work environment.
• Teaches patients and families about managing illnesses or injuries, post-treatment/home care needs, diet, nutrition, exercise programs, and self-administration of medication and therapy.
• Facilitates inter/intra-departmental collaboration, communication, and problem-solving.
• Participates in policy revisions, committees, and goal/action planning related to the unit.
• Contributes to recruitment and retention of staff through role-modeling, fostering peer relationships, staff education, and participation in preceptor/mentor programs.
• Coordinates educational and professional activities related to department/unit needs.
• Regularly rounds with physicians, patients, or families to improve patient experience and quality practice.
• Utilizes the nursing process and evidence-based practice to provide and evaluate patient care.
• Initiates and supports quality improvement initiatives and uses resources effectively.
• Directs staff in applying the nursing process and coordinates patient care to promote independent functioning.
• All RN staff with direct responsibility for stroke patients must have knowledge of:
  • Stroke symptoms and warning signs
  • Protocols and pathways for stroke patient identification, evaluation, and management
  • NIHSS Stroke Alert activation and protocol
  • Stroke quality indicators
  • Available stroke patient education materials and community resources
  • Educational requirements and Stroke Center website resources

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN, BScN) from an accredited NLN/CCNE institution
• Legally licensed to work as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Training Course certification
• Must obtain a certification in respective area of expertise within 1 year of hire or promotion for magnet standards
• 2 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience (required)
• 3 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience (preferred)

Schedule

0600-1830 with rotating weekends