Supervisor Nursing RN - Surgery

Summary

This position works under the supervision of the nurse manager. Maintains responsibility and accountability for the quality of patient care in his/her area. Works with the nurse manager to establish goals and objectives and possesses a high degree of clinical expertise in his/her area. Works with physicians and other medical center personnel to plan and coordinate care. Participates in direct patient care as needed and works within established budget to determine staffing needs and scheduling patterns for appropriate coverage. Plan and implement programs for orientation, staff development and on?going education of employees. Works to assure compliance with The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

(50%)* Directs patient activity within the area of responsibility. Provides on?going evaluation of patient status and suggests changes in treatment program to physicians involved as necessary. Makes changes in staffing assignments as level of activity changes. Interprets physician orders and helps staff work within orders to obtain desired results.

(20%)* Participates in direct patient care when needed and appropriate. Maintains quality assurance within the area of responsibility and possesses a high degree of clinical expertise in that area. Remains available for staff consultations and recommends changes when appropriate.

(20%)* Determines staffing needs and scheduling patterns for coverage of unit and coordinates this with the shift administrator. Approves or denies requests for vacation, personal holidays, or sick days and corrects staffing accordingly. Provides up?to?date patient status reports to the immediate supervisor. Works within established budget for area.

(10%)* Assists with hiring, disciplining, counseling and discharging employees within the area according to medical center policy. Evaluates staff within area of responsibility through annual Job Performance Reviews. Takes an active part in nursing management meetings. Serves on nursing service committees as appointed by the Directors.

Certifications and Licensures

Credential: ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Equivalent Experience: Within 12 months of hire or transfer.

Qualification Source

Essential: true

Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support

Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer.

Qualification Source: AHA

Essential: true

Credential: CGRN: Cert. Gastroenterology RN

Equivalent Experience:

Qualification Source

Essential: true

Credential: RN: Registered Nurse

Equivalent Experience:

Qualification Source: MI

Essential: true

Required Education

Education: ASSOC

Equivalent Experience: Associate's degree in Nursing required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.

Education Specialization: NRG

Essential: true

Other Information

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assesses competency of staff and directs employees by making appropriate assignments.

Maintains clinical expertise and serves as a role model to staff.

Participates in direct patient care when appropriate.

Collaborates with staff and physicians to maintain excellent standards of care including writing policies and procedures for the unit.

Provides input into the establishment of the annual operating/capital budget for the unit.

Participates in the development of proposals for staffing, capital development and other projects that will enhance the services provided within Surgical Services.

Identify needs, plans, develops and implements programs for orientation, staff development and on?going employee education.

Works with physicians and non?nursing department personnel in planning coordinated patient care.

Maintains open lines of communication by meeting regularly with nurse managers, shift administrators and holding regular staff meetings.

Meets with members of medical staff when appropriate to resolve problems and maintain open communication.

Follows lines of authority, responsibility and communication with designated area, nursing service and other departments.

Works with visitors to ensure customer satisfaction, address complaints/concerns, and meet their individual needs.

Maintains Process Improvement programs for patient care.

Acts on recommendations of audit committees and physicians.

Assists in the development of standards of care for patients.

Assures that quality nursing care is an on?going process of improvement and meets pre?established standards.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND SKILLS:

Leadership skills needed to effectively direct a group. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate effectively with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0?33% of the workday) lift or carry 21?50 lbs., frequently 34?66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67?100% or the workday) 10 lbs.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

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