FT - RN Supervisor (Evening Shift)

In1958, the citizensof Muenster, not satisfied with available medical services, set out to build a new hospital. J.M. Weinzapfel donated the land and spearheaded the efforts to make the hospital a reality. In1960, the BenedictineOrder of Sisters promised Muenster residents that they would provide nurses to operate the hospital. Sister MildredFelderhoff leads theway as the first hospital administrator. Mission "The mission of Muenster Hospital District is to promote health and wellness to our community through providing quality and personalized care in a trusted. Hometown atmosphere." Vision "Transforming the health and wellness of the rural communities we serve." Values Integrity - Promoting the highest level of integrity to ensure public trust and patient confidence. Compassion - Treating all people with the highest regard, respect, and dignity. Public Service - Providing the highest level of professional services to the community. Efficiency - Continually providing efficient use of time and resources at all levels. Support - Creating an atmosphere of trust, support, and open communication. Job Description JOB SUMMARY: This is a position for supervisory coverage of the Nursing Department. Responsibilities require knowledge of hospital and nursing policies, allowing independent judgment in their interpretation. The House Supervisor duties included provision of managerial and clinical links between the staff and the Chief Nursing Officer in his/her absence, and the administrator-on-call. Participates in the department’s performance improvement activities. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; Registered Nurse currently licensed by the State of Texas or other compact state; Current BLS required; ACLS, PALS (or ENPC) and TNCC required but can be obtained within the first 12 months of employment; Five years of nursing experience required including Acute Care, Telemetry, and Emergency Department nursing. Knowledge, Skill, and Ability: General knowledge of electronic equipment, computer hardware, and software; knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Possesses skills of active listening, critical thinking, oral comprehension, and time management. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Exerting 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently. May involve exerting in excess of 100 lbs. of force in some situations. Up to 20 lbs. of force to constantly move objects. BEHAVIOR STANDARDS Attendance: Reports for work regularly with a minimum number of absences and tardiness. Gives notice when absence or tardiness is unavoidable. Receives authorization when time off is needed. Observes appropriate lunch and break schedules. Submits justification for absences as required and/or requested. Productivity and Use of Time: Manages own time and uses appropriate work methods, techniques, and equipment to achieve the most effective and efficient result in the time available. Is mutually respectful of time and schedule of others. Balances multiple priorities and focused on desired outcome(s). Follows safety guidelines and all policies and procedures of MHD. Teamwork and Collaboration: Projects a positive work attitude; relates effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others; uses tact and diplomacy/acts professionally at all times. Customer Service: Treats patients, residents, visitors and fellow employees with compassion, dignity and respect. Quality and Accountability: Work is complete, neat, accurate, and timely. Demonstrates self-responsibility and accountability. Adaptability, Initiative and Problem-Solving: Adapts to organizational changes (e.g., technology, resources, and personnel). Takes initiative in identifying any problems and takes appropriate steps to resolve them. Dress Code: Appearance is neat and clean. Adheres to the appropriate departmental Dress Code Policy. Wears I.D. Badge with name visible (on upper body) so that employee is easily identified. Communications: Makes sure both tone and word selection match intended message and audience. Uses language and terminology that the listener can understand. Shows compassion and understanding in words. The tone of voice directly impacts the way a message is received. Listens carefully to others. Keeps conversations positive and constructive; when discussing problems or issues, focuses on potential solutions. Avoids gossiping, complaining and the use of profanity. Safety: Maintains a neat, organized and safe work area. Follows safety policies. Makes the effort to straighten up the facility (i.e., pick up items off the floor, wipe up spills, ensure the restrooms are stocked, put trash in trash cans, return equipment to proper place). Uses proper lifting techniques (e.g. utilize appropriate transfer devices, lift equipment and body mechanics). Reports all accidents and safety hazards promptly. Takes appropriate actions to correct or prevent recurrence. Timekeeping: Uses time clock consistently when coming to work, leaving work, lunch breaks, and anytime leaving the facility grounds for personal reasons. Adjustments, Leave Requests, etc. are turned in on time. If not using clock, hours are turned in timely. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists ACNO with nurse staffing, including the onboarding / discipline / termination process. Assists with nursing staff performance evaluations, including monitors of attendance of mandatory trainings, medication scan rates and medications errors. Assist with the orientation of new employees on shift and with competency evaluation and in meeting training needs. Assist ACNO with managing the nursing schedule, assisting nursing staff to self-schedule as needed and ensuring shifts are covered through PRN or overtime once all full and part time staff have self-scheduled. Maintains, approves, and reviews nursing payroll including ED and Charge Nurse hours and OP float hours. Assists with Annual Skills Fair, including identification of education needs, development of the fair, and checkoffs for staff. Assists ACNO with the development of departmental job descriptions, policies, procedures, and practices. Assists with call rotation for nursing administration, including staffing needs throughout the shift in relation to patient census and staff call-ins and call coverage for non-business hours. Assists with monitoring quality assurance for the nursing department including ED/Trauma through patient chart and quality audits. Reports findings as needed to the appropriate department. Acts as resource for nursing staff, including assisting in nursing care when needed, responding to Code Blue; obtaining supplies from Central Supply and medications from Pharmacy after hours; and solving administrative/operational problems. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Attends hospital committee meetings and represent the nursing department as assigned. Covers Cardiac Rehab as assigned, including patient assessment, exercise supervision, monitoring patients’ telemetry and reporting/addressing cardiac issues as identified, and required documentation. Keep professionally current by attending continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops. *Muenster Hospital District is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered foremployment without attentionto race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr