Nursing Supervisor

Nursing Supervisor

Assists Nursing Manager with supervision of staff engaged in delivering nursing services, such as conducting comprehensive assessments, taking vitals, interviewing prospective clients, completing client admission forms, medical history, and other duties assigned by Nursing Manager. Coordinates nursing processes and audits medical records for accuracy. Reviews medical policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance. Acts as liaison with physicians, psychiatrists and other medical professionals to ensure appropriate care. Responsible for the management of medical emergencies on campus and the supervision of the nursing staff outside of normal work hours.

Interviews, hires, and oversees the training and development of staff. Schedules, assigns work to, evaluates the performance of and, when necessary, applies appropriate discipline to staff. Ensures compliance with established personnel policies and achievement of objectives for professional growth and development of staff. Assists Nurse Manager in reviewing staff attendance, PTO, and time approval to develop shift schedules for nursing staff to ensure effective coverage for the facility. Documents and charts client assessment data, medical needs scheduled appointments, treatment plan, and so forth; transcribes physician orders. Audits medical charts to review comprehensive assessments to ensure accuracy of diagnosis and appropriateness of care. Audits medical records to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance. Identifies and resolves discrepancies. Assists medical consultants by setting up room and supplies for scheduled procedure, explaining procedure to clients and eliciting their cooperation, passing instruments and supplies, accepting and labeling specimens. Also reports client observations, evaluations of medical problems and potential barriers to achieving functional state of health to support recovery. Serves as professional resource to nursing staff in evaluating unusually complex cases and devising appropriate treatment responses. Responsible for resolving management problems such interdepartmental barriers to delivery of care utilizing appropriate resources. Assists Nurse Manager in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to medical services. Interprets and enforces Gateway's overall objectives, as well as funding agencies policies and procedures to ensure compliance. Assists in conducting initial health screenings and assessment of clients' condition, and contributes information to aid in planning and evaluating care to meet identified medical needs. Determines developmentally appropriate referral sources for clients requiring further medical, dental, or psychiatric diagnoses or treatment; schedules appointments; coordinates client transportation to scheduled appointments; conducts follow-up to ensure successful implementation of care plan and completion of necessary exams, tests and treatments; evaluates client response to treatments; instructs clients in self-care; and completes discharge plan summaries. Performs triage of clients presenting symptoms, and performs both complex and routine treatments as prescribed by physician. Refers more complex injuries or illnesses to appropriate health care professionals. Administers or supervises client self-administration of medications as prescribed by physician. Monitors clients for reactions, side effects, or contraindications; and confers as necessary with physician or pharmacist on withholding or continuing medications. Contacts pharmacy to order prescribed medications. Dispenses nonprescription medications as necessary and appropriate. Conducts educational classes and seminars for clients and staff concerning health, treatment of medical issues related to substance abuse, sexually transmitted diseases, infection control, and so forth. Completes required documentation on class participation, progress and attendance. Conducts annual tuberculosis testing, and maintains related records in compliance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. Performs other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager, including management of medical emergencies on campus and the supervision of the nursing staff outside of normal work hours.

Minimum Education & Experience: Associates in Nursing, preferably Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Current State license as a Registered Nurse. Two (2) years of progressively responsible nursing experience, with at least one (1) year experience in psychiatric and/or substance abuse field. Experience with managing a clinic preferred.

Compensation: $85,000 - $90,000 per year

Benefits at Alpharus Health: Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents. Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums. Employee assistance programs focused on mental health. Financial Wellbeing: 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match. Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus. Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Flexibility and Time Off: 18 paid time off days per year accrual rates increase with years of service. 9 paid company holidays. Work-life-balance. Personal Development: Training & Development Programs. Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year. eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related training. Clinical Supervision: Formal and informal guidance.