GENERAL SUMMARY:
In conjunction with the operations manager, the Nurse Supervisor coordinates and organizes clinical personnel and other resources, in a cost-effective manner, to meet the patient care functions of the organization. The Nurse Supervisor orients and trains clinical staff to ensure competency for excellence in clinical practice. The Nurse supervisor develops process improvement initiatives based on best practice, and participates in the development of policies and procedures. The Nurse Supervisor supports quality patient care to meet regulatory guidelines and participates in Patient and Family Centered Care, while also aiding individuals in a manner that considers their special or age-related needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Develops, directs, and motivates clinical staff to include coordinating daily assignments and work load, conducting monthly staff meetings and scheduling for nursing staff to ensure optimal patient flow.
- Interviews and hires nursing staff for department and conducts clinical orientation. Evaluates clinical staff, according to performance evaluation procedures during the probationary period, and at least annually including peer review. Identifies any need for performance improvement issues with individual clinical staff and recommends plan of action to correct.
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3. Develops and leads clinical staff through process improvement initiatives and upholds the Beaumont Nurse Professional Practice Model.
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- Gathers and reports information for quality improvement, chart audits, and patient care outcomes.
- Writes and updates policy and procedures that supports care provided ensuring they meet Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements.
- Continuously monitors daily clinical operationsbyintegratingdata from electronic systems, personal communication,and physical unit rounds to assure patient care effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction.
- Researches new product information, meets with appropriate vendors, arranges for in-services of new clinical equipment. Coordinate clinical regulations as they apply to physician's office or ambulatory clinic.
8. Promotes effective communication at all levels.
9. Upholds professional standards of care by demonstrating leadership skills and a high level of clinical competency while striving to achieve the system Mission and Vision.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education / Training: Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and BLS certification required
B. Work Experience: Minimum 3 years of nursing leadership/supervisory experience required, 5 years preferred.
C. Certification, Licensure, Registration: RN License in State of Michigan required. Certification preferred.
D. Other Qualifications: Problem solving, excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
