RN SUPERVISOR

The RN Supervisor assists the department head in implementing, organizing and evaluating all services of the Nursing Department. Supervises department staff. Supports mission to provide the highest quality care by complying with regulatory guidelines, meeting facility standards, and obtaining appropriate certification.

JOB DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Revises and updates department programs, policies and procedures as needed.
* Participates in System-Wide quality improvement program. Supervises the implementation of departmental quality activities, as assigned. Reports to the Quality Forum on a quarterly basis.
* Assists Director in preparation for accreditation and program certification surveys. Involves staff at all levels in survey compliance.
* Recommends and implements systems for documentation necessary to maintain accountability and compliance with external regulations and internal standards, and standardization within SMHCS.
* Enforces the operations structure for the department and recommends work systems to ensure optimum utilization and coordination of personnel and resources.
* Supervises the department staff to accomplish required activities in an efficient and effective manner.
* Provides feedback to staff when opportunities for improvement/excellence are observed. Performs coaching/disciplinary action as necessary, and with the approval of the department head.
* Participates in recruitment and retention efforts, as requested.
* Maintains budget within established parameters. Provides input in preparation, as requested.
* Participates in employee performance evaluations according to defined schedule. Develops and updates job descriptions and standards as needed.
* Promotes customer friendly service. Investigates and resolves all customer complaints.
* Submits written reports within established time frames.
* Provides adequate opportunity for staff training and education. Coordinates staffing to meet in-service requirements. Assists in orientation of new staff.
* Assists the DNS in analyzing and evaluating department programs, policies and procedures
* Organizes and directs the evening/night staff to accomplish required activities in an efficient and effective manner, in collaboration with department managers.
* Shares accountability for the clinical practice of nursing in accordance with professional facility and regulatory standards.
* Role models skills as appropriate
* Conduct clinical rounds on the resident care units
* Participates in short and intermediate planning for the department. Links department goals, budget and activities to strategic planning.

Formal education required:

Associates Degree in Nursing required, Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred

Previous experience required:

Minimum of five years managerial and supervisory experience