Supervisor Nursing Shift RN - Tawas

Summary

Under general direction of nursing leadership, the Clinical Supervisor RN position is responsible for serving as a clinical resource and unit expert for staff.  This position links nursing leadership with nursing care through the application of organizational and nursing service policies, procedures, and care delivery model.

The Clinical Supervisor RN uses the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements to guide leadership and practice. 

The Clinical Supervisor RN attains knowledge and competence reflective of current nursing practice; promotes innovation and futuristic thinking by incorporating evidence-based practice and research findings.

Responsibilities

(50%)* Assesses acuity as basis for maintaining adequate staffing levels for designated shift and for on-coming shift. Works in collaboration with patient placement to assign appropriate patient placements on designated shift (admissions and transfers).

(30%)* Monitors medical wide activity via reports, rounds, patient acuity, number and type of admissions and other forms of communication.

(20%)* Problem solves, evaluates and decides on course of action and alerts additional resources as needed. Plans, develops, implements and evaluates educational programs for orientation, staff development, and continued growth of all employees within the department. Counsels staff as needed. Responsible for maintaining lines of communication with peers, subordinates, and superiors.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Takes an active role in the regular nursing management meetings to influence the direction of nursing service.

Actively leads/participates in appropriate meetings.

Plans and develops new programs and facility renovation as appropriate.

Participates on or leads nursing service committees as appointed by Vice President (VP) Nursing/Division Manager.

Participates on medical staff committees as appropriate.

Assures compliance with Joint Commission and Michigan Department of Public Health standards and all other regulatory compliance.

Collaborates with physicians, all levels of nursing management and other departmental personnel in planning for coordinated services to the patient including but not limited to all inpatient activity, outpatient activity and general oversight of patients, staff and facilities in the absence of the administrative team.

All other duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensures

Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support

Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer

Qualification Source: AHA

Essential: true

Credential:RN: Registered Nurse

Equivalent Experience: 

Qualification Source:

Essential: true

Credential:TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt

Equivalent Experience: Within 6 months of hire or transfer (Employees who are in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification)

Qualification Source:

Essential: true

Required Education

Education: ASSOC

Equivalent Experience: 

Education Specialization: NRG

Essential: true

Other Information

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of nursing practices and procedures as normally acquired through 2 years' experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.

Knowledge of nursing leadership as normally acquired through working 1 year in a Medical Center or similar setting with involvement in supervision, charge nurse, project implementation, professional development program, shared governance leadership role, or equivalent.

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully 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: Light.  Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

Education: ASSOC

Equivalent Experience: 

Education Specialization: NRG

Essential: true

Other Comments

Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support

Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transfer

Qualification Source: AHA

Essential: true

Credential:RN: Registered Nurse

Equivalent Experience: 

Qualification Source:

Essential: true

Credential:TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt

Equivalent Experience: Within 6 months of hire or transfer (Employees who are in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification)

Qualification Source:

Essential: true

Credential:NSC: Nursing Specialty Certification

Equivalent Experience: Specialty Nursing Certification or Advanced Nurse Certification preferred within 4 years of hire or transfer to position.

Qualification Source:

Essential: false