RN Supervisor - Med/Surg/Telemetry - Nights - Sign On Bonus!

Job Summary This position acts as a supervisor and provider of care at the point of care to individuals and cohorts of patients within a unit. The Nurse Supervisor evaluates nursing interventions by coordinating, delegating, and supervising care provided by licensed nurses, registered nurses, and patient‑care technicians. The role serves as a resource for staff regarding patient‑care assessment, planning, and evaluation of nursing interventions, facilitating problem resolution through collaboration with unit leadership and supervisory staff. Responsibilities Administers medications, starts IVs, and discharges patients with their healthcare team. Organizes, plans, supervises, and provides coordinated patient care within the unit. Supervises, develops, and evaluates assigned department staff nurses and technicians. Promotes the adoption of nursing protocols and clinical practice guidelines to support evidence‑based practice. Manages conflict on assigned shifts and collaborates with other supervisors and unit leadership when further action is needed. Collaborates with patient quality, safety, and experience leadership and promotes patient‑quality, safety, and experience processes. Supports daily clinical operations on the unit by ensuring effective scheduling, staffing, and appropriate clinical supplies and resources are available for patient care. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, introduction to patients, and adapting communication style to the patient’s needs. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education, Experience, and Certifications Required: Registered nurse diploma. Preferred: Associate or bachelor’s degree in nursing. Required: One year of relevant experience as a registered nurse OR two years of experience as an LPN in an acute care setting. Preferred: Two years of relevant experience as a registered nurse. Required: Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Problem‑solving skills. Ability to assess the medical needs of a patient and find a solution to ensure their health and wellbeing. Ability to be self‑directed. Proficiency in indicators of operational success such as unit productivity, expense management, regulatory requirements, and quality indicators. Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient‑care process. Excellent organizational skills and ability to routinely manage priorities and projects involving multiple constituencies. Excellent time‑management skills and ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to work in stressful situations and always remain objective and professional. Physical and Environmental Demands Medium work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The job requires walking or standing to a significant degree, and may involve pushing or pulling arm or leg controls. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue, and the incumbent works in a patient‑care area with potential exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Equal‑Opportunity Employer Ochsner Health is 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, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr