Location(s)
WILL THIS HIRE NEED TO REPORT TO A SPECIFIC LOCATION?
Yes, they must report in-person to a specific location
COUNTRY
United States of America
CITY
Ottumwa
STATE
IA
POSTAL CODE
52501
Monetary
Confidential
CURRENCY
$ USD
SALARY MINIMUM
$62,920.00
SALARY MAXIMUM
$84,926.00
SIGNING BONUS
Negotiable
RELOCATION PACKAGE
None
Must-Haves
1
Current Iowa Registered Nurse License
2
Current BCLS certification
3
Two to three years previous management experience is preferred with minimum of three years clinical experience in an acute care setting.
Job Description
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES – The Nursing/House Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the management of nursing personnel. This is accomplished through leading, coaching, facilitating, and assisting by providing counsel and direction. The Nursing/House Supervisor is visible, accessible and actively engaged in supporting staff on a daily basis.





DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO

· Actively participate in QA/PI projects to meet regulatory compliance.

· Follow ORHC infection control policies and procedures at all times

· Serve as an example to staff by using hospital policies and procedures.

· Participating actively in development and accomplishment of hospital regulatory compliance.

· Follow ORHC and unit specific policies and procedures

· Facilitate the scheduling process and adjust schedule to meet hospital’s needs

· Providing fair and consistent leadership to all departments

· Convey QI, risk and safety concerns to Director of department and quality department

· Complete variance reports or statements of concern appropriately and in a timely manner

· Participate in Individualized Patient Care by verifying whiteboards and other patient satisfaction criteria are being used.

· Notify staff of emergency call in situations

· Operate within the designs of established hospital procedures in emergencies including using the hospital’s emergency plan, HICs and NIMS when appropriate

· Notify Administrator on call of any area you do not feel you can handle from following hospital policies and procedures, or with any unusual events.

· Communicate clearly and positively with co-workers. Promote TEAMWORK.

· Ensure patient privacy and confidentiality

· Act as a resource to solve problems.

· Act as an ambassador for the health center by speaking positively in the presence of our patients and members of our community.

· Represent Ottumwa Regional Health Center by demonstrating compassion, integrity and excellence.

· Other duties as assigned.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

· Must have excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues and the general public both in person and on the telephone.

· Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, hospital policies, and technical procedures.

· Must have the ability to rapidly problem solve and deal with a variety of variables and set priorities as well as the ability to analyze data from a variety of sources and choose consistently appropriate interventions to maximize positive patient outcomes.

· Must demonstrate positive, supportive behavior to members of the healthcare team, patients, and families through effective communication, calm appearance and professional behavior.



EDUCATION

· Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing with 2-3 years management experience is minimum requirement. Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.



EXPERIENCE

· Two to three years previous management experience is preferred with minimum of three years clinical experience in an acute care setting.



CERTIFICATE/LICENSE

· Current Iowa Registered Nurse License

· Current BCLS certification

· Current NRP within 6 months of hire