Registered Nurse (RN) House Supervisor
As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
About the role
Provides after-hours leadership, functions as a resource person for staff, assists in patient care, and is responsible for overall quality of patient care in the facility. Reports to the Senior or Chief Nursing Officer or Administrator on Call.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shifts.
- Determines staffing levels and assignments based on availability, abilities, census, acuity, and workflow.
- Provides direct patient care as needed and may take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
- Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
- Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies issues affecting outcomes.
- Responds to patient care complaints and manages them through established channels.
- Performs role-specific duties including entering orders, performing admissions/discharges, and coordinating transfers.
- Ensures staff have necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality care.
- Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and protocols.
- Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
- Initiates weekend case management, utilization review screening, discharge planning, and swing intake.
- Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
- Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Current Kentucky or compact state RN license.
- Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school (Bachelor's degree preferred).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within one month of hire.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred.
Additional Information
Patient Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.
Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.
Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present; involves contact with patients or specimens, including blood, body fluids, and non-intact skin.
Physical Requirements: Frequent computer use and repetitive hand/arm movements; occasional standing, walking, sitting, and light patient handling. Exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, and latex.
About Us
Meadowview Regional Medical Center is a 100-bed, acute care, Joint Commission accredited facility named one of the 100 Top Hospitals in the country five times in the past decade. We strive to deliver high-quality, cost-effective healthcare in the communities we serve. People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do.
Location
Nestled along the south banks of the Ohio River in northeastern Kentucky, the picturesque town of Maysville is one of the state's best kept secrets. We are proud to offer amenities of a larger metropolitan area, with the comforts and intimacy of a small city.
Schedule
7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Monday through Thursday (PRN).