Nurse House Supervisor

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: POSITION PURPOSE D irectly supervises one or more   colleagues;   assists   manager with managerial responsibilities including scheduling, interviewing, hiring,   coaching   and counseling,   evaluations; has multiple shift responsibilities .    The RN Supervisor may   also   work as a RN who   provides and directs safe,   effective   and culturally competent care for   high risk , critically acute patients with actual or potential life-threatening conditions .    Through evidence-based practice, the RN   utilizes   critical thinking to assess, plan,   implement   and evaluate outcome - based care of patients.   S upervises and   coordinates   care provided to patients by the LPN, Patient Care   Assistants   and other nursing team members.   F acilitates communication with physicians,   patient   and family, other   departments   and/or team members. Adheres to   MercyOne's   performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties   in accordance with   the Mission,   Vision   and Values of   MercyOne . ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Develops and   maintains   departmental staffing plan for all departments supervised, detailing   appropriate employee   classifications and qualifications consistent with the department's operational plan, projected volumes, patient/ acuity   and other relevant indicators. Participates in human resource planning providing recommendations for staffing, proactive   recruitment   and long-term needs. Assures compliance with staffing plan. Manages daily unit/department operations, unit/department personnel, and interdepartmental activities. Provides orientation/education for staff and students to ensure assigned patients have   a positive care experience. Monitors and reviews staff performance, completes annual performance appraisals, and handles disciplinary action when warranted . Directs staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care. Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning,   implementing   and evaluating the patient's care plan in coordination with the physician. Provides input on interviewing and   hiring of   personnel for the department . Completes requisitions as needed for staff replacements, and other Workday maintenance tasks . Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for employees' files and patients' records. Administers all policies and procedures that guide and support the assigned services. These include, but are not limited to, JC requirements, safety, federal and state regulations, regulatory standards,   etc Serves as a resource, mentor, and role model in delivering patient care using a team approach. Facilitates communication between patient/family,   physicians   and other caregivers to achieve consensus for the plan of care.   Consults   with the Ethics Committee as   appropriate . Understands   employee competency documentation requirements. Leads and promotes evidence-based practice and research among unit leaders and staff. Ensures   evidence-based practices are in place. Leads quality improvement activities including performance improvement processes to   facilitate   clinical practice changes. Promotes best practice implementation on unit. Plans unit and nursing resource   utilization   based on established admission,   discharge   and transfer criteria,   initiating   appropriate intervention   and collaboration to   optimize   patient care and unit/department operations. Identifies   and communicates staff needs for continuing education to the Manager. Serves as a resource or “Super User” for documentation in the electronic medical record. Leads or   participates   in interdisciplinary patient rounds and care conferences, management rounding to patients and staff, and Rounding to Influence (Safety First). Reviews   timecards. Leads or delegates daily huddles and   maintains   huddle boards. Assists   nursing and interdisciplinary team in patient/family education and discharge planning . Assumes 24-hour accountability during periods when the manager is on vacation or leave of absence. Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures. Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures   in order to   ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior . LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES As a   MercyOne   Trinity Health Leader, the incumbent is expected to   demonstrate   leadership traits which support our Mission Statement and Core Values as   identified   below: Mission Statement:    We,   MercyOne   Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. Core Values:

• Reverence :    We   honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.
• Commitment to Those who are Poor:    We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.
• Safety : We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Justice :    We   foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.
• Stewardship :    We   honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human,   financial   and natural resources entrusted to our care.
• Integrity:   We are faithful to those we say we are. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Associate degree   required,   BSN preferred.
• Minimum   3   years nursing   experience ; 1 year experience in critical care   required .     Prior supervisory experience preferr e d.
• Current Iowa RN   license,   ( current IL license if working in IL) .
• BLS .
• ACLS .
• Mandatory Reporter .
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire
• High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability .
• Ba sic computer skills   required .
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people .
• Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability .
• Ability to lead/direct others in a high stress situation/environment. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an

Equal Opportunity

Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.