Registered Nurse Supervisor

Nurse EducatorRecognized as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.The City of Virginia Beach Human Services Department is looking for a passionate Registered Nurse to join our team as the Nurse Educator. This person will play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical competence and professional growth of our team. Reporting directly to the Clinical Services Administrator, you will collaborate with nursing and Developmental Services (DS) leadership to design, deliver, and continuously improve educational programming for both nursing and non-nursing personnel. You will serve as the division's go-to resource for staff orientation, mandatory compliance, and continuing education. The Nurse Educator will collaborate with members of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and other members of DS leadership to ensure that all staff are adequately trained and proficient in the performance of all health care related tasks according to departmental job descriptions.And here's the exciting part - the selected candidate will qualify for a $10,000 hiring bonus!Specific Duties:Develop & implement evidence-based, quality education programs/activities to promote individual development, competency & delivery of high-quality clinical service.Plan nursing professional development programs that are culturally relevant and incorporate concepts of multicultural and multigenerational education.Use organizational strategic plan and goals to determine educational priorities.Follow and ensure staff compliance of all City, Department, Local, State and Federal Guidelines.Follow ethical standards of practice and work within the professional scope of practice.Provide leadership, guidance, instruction, and oversight to non-licensed staff, as well as Licensed Practical Nurses for medication administration.Provide direct supervision for Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses within assigned program(s).Perform all other duties assigned by the Clinical Services Administrator using the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the RN.Preferences:Five (5) or more years of experience as a Registered NurseTwo (2) years experience in performance management (direct supervision)Two (2) years experience in home health or long-term care environmentExperience working with individuals with Intellectual DisabilitiesExperience with health-related Medicare/Medicaid regulationsExperience providing staff education/training utilizing principles of adult learningExperience in maintaining staff training recordsExperience in curriculum developmentThe City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid Leave.Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.$2,500 will be awarded in the first paycheck.$3,500 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of "Meets Expectations".$4,000 will be awarded upon completion of the employee's one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of "Meets Expectations".Minimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and current and valid licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Commonwealth of Virginia or as a part of the Compact Designation (Multistate Privileges) and seven (7) or more years of nursing experience (specialty area to be specified by the hiring department) OR an Associate's Degree in Nursing and nine (9) years of nursing experience (specialty area to be specified by the hiring department). Current CPR certification. A current and valid driver's license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Some positions may require psychiatric nursing experience (program specific). This position may require incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, safety footwear, hard hats, safety eyewear, gloves, or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assignments.Skills: Clinical Services, Employee Orientations, Ensure Compliance, Nursing, Nursing Services, Patient Care, Professional Development, Supervision, Training and DevelopmentWorking Conditions: Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City's business. The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile.VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.