Nursing Supervisor - Inpatient Surgery - Allen Hospital

Primary Function/General Purpose

Mercy Health seeks people committed to our values to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. Supervisor Nursing – Allen Hospital primary function is to assist with supervising and coordinating administrative and operational activities in the assigned areas, collaborating with an interprofessional team to ensure safe and effective care delivery while promoting a culture of excellence.

Essential Job Functions

• Leads a team of nurses and clinical support.
• Supports managers/directors on larger units.
• Performs limited managerial responsibilities and works on ground support for frontline staff and assists in direct patient care as needed.
• Aids in planning and supervision of unit/department goals and objectives.
• Aids in planning and maintaining department's readiness for regulatory surveyors.
• Serves as professional role model, mentor, and clinical resource.
• Responsible for personal and professional growth as well as fostering an environment where interdisciplinary team members can contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally.
• Models core culture and safety behaviors to eliminate preventable harm and implement high reliability principles.
• Facilitates implementation of change management, performance improvement, and strategic initiatives in assigned areas.
• Supports mission and vision of the organization and adheres to organizational policies.

Licensing/Certification

• Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting)
• Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units:
• PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)
• NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)
• TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)
• ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)
• National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)
• Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)

Education

• Bachelor of Science Nursing (Strongly preferred)

Work Experience

• 2 years nursing experience with 1 year minimum clinical experience in the acuity level of desired area (preferred)
• Charge nurse or management experience (preferred)

Patient Population

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Understands life span growth and development principles, assesses patient data, and tailors care according to age and specific needs as per departmental policies.
• Neonates (0-4 weeks), Infant (1-12 months), Pediatrics (1-12 years), Adolescents (13-17 years), Adults (18-64 years), Geriatrics (65 years and older).

Skills

• Clinical Operations Leadership
• Patient Care Quality
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Regulatory Compliance Oversight
• Patient Safety Management
• Team Leadership Development
• Collaborative Relationship Building
• Conflict Resolution
• Communication
• Workforce Planning & Staffing
• Financial & Resource Management

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible); Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts; Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders; Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com.