RN Supervisor (T%26RC) Clinician CICU Full Time Days

Position Summary At Stony Brook Medicine, our Registered Nurses are critical members of the team who diagnose and treat responses to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing methods and techniques such as case finding, health teaching, and counseling. Our valued team members provide supportive care to our patients' health and well-being while adhering to a medical regimen. The RN Supervisor (Clinician) functions as the nurse leader of a unit on a given shift. In addition, this position may provide individualized direct patient care utilizing the skills and knowledge relevant to the care of such patients. This position provides supervision to the Registered Nurses and ancillary personnel and reports directly to the Nurse Manager. Duties of a Clinician (not limited to) Assumes Charge RN role on unit. Provides first level supervision to nursing staff. Offers feedback regarding staff performance and initiates disciplinary action if warranted. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care to all assigned patients. Develops the initial nursing assessment and interdisciplinary plan of care within eight hours of admission. Reviews or revises nursing assessment and interdisciplinary plan of care at a minimum of every 24 hours as the patient’s condition changes. Prepares daily patient care assignments based on the individual patient needs and the capabilities of the nursing staff members as evidenced by their credentials. Administers medications and treatments to patients according to the specific orders of the responsible physician. Provides documented evidence in the medical record of patient/family teaching and their responses and understanding of the teaching. Ensures that patient education and instructions are consistent with that of the physician or designee. Assumes preceptor role in orientation of nursing personnel and students on the unit. Provides written documentation to nursing leadership of achieved competencies by the oriente according to the standard of care for the unit/service. Renders direct patient care in selected instances serving as a role model, teacher, or resource person. Demonstrates evidence of advanced, current knowledge and skill in the clinical management of patients within the specialty area. Monitors the quality of nursing care rendered and the documentation of the nursing process through direct interaction with nursing staff members and their assigned patients and families. Completes yearly evaluations and competencies of nursing personnel in a timely manner in collaboration with the nurse manager. Working Conditions Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1. Qualifications Experience: At least two (2) years post‑licensure acute care experience in nursing. Two (2) years of experience in the area of specialization is preferred. Education: Graduation from a National League of Nursing accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. BCLS certification required. Unit specific specialty certification preferred. License: Current license to practice as a registered nurse in New York State. Only licensed nurse experience in an acute care facility will be counted toward experience. Acute care is defined as medical services provided for illnesses that are short‑term (usually less than 30 days), intense, and have a relatively severe to very severe course, requiring knowledge and expertise in vigilant monitoring of subtle changes in the patient’s condition as well as the ability to quickly recognize and identify potential problems and conditions resulting from a previous disease. Physical Demands Must be physically capable of safely executing the duties and responsibilities required of the position. Physical demands may include: Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking, lifting, positioning, pushing and/or transferring of patients. Lifting supplies/equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching. Pre‑employment Requirements Successfully complete pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services. Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen. Meet regulatory requirements for pre‑employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). EEO Statement Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws. If you need a disability‑related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631) 632‑6280. #J-18808-Ljbffr