Night Shift RN Lead Supervisor - Nursing Operations

The RN Supervisor, Lead administers and directs the shift related activities of the hospital. Ensures that the standards of Silver Hill Hospital and the philosophy and objectives of the Department of Nursing are adhered to. Interprets, implements and evaluates Hospital and Department of Nursing policies and procedures. Plans, directs, coordinates, and evaluates all aspects of the delivery of nursing care for a specific shift or designated group of nursing units. Manages communication with all Nursing Supervisors/Relief Supervisors and monitors their practice and performance. Schedule Monday through Friday, 11:45pm to 7:45am Full time, non-exempt Duties/Responsibilities Identifies unsafe situations and responds appropriately. Evaluates patient outcomes with staff and institutes corrective action and follow-up, as needed. Participates in work groups and Ad Hoc Committees as necessary to evaluate unit manuals, policies/procedures, standard development and other areas that impact quality of care. Participates in staff meetings and is responsible for being aware of administrative and clinical issues. Responsible for assuming Charge Nurse functions on the clinical unit, as needed and available. Understand emergency procedures, fire drills and evacuation procedures. Provides mentorship for all new orientees and staff, as needed and required. Assists, as requested, with Nursing new hires and orientation. Actively Participates in tracers on units. Contributes to department newsletters and other communications, as appropriate. Assists in providing quality improvement initiatives that focuses on the effectiveness of patient care and the performance of staff. Administers and directs the shift related activities of the hospital. Plans, directs, coordinates, and evaluates all aspects of the delivery of nursing care for a specific shift or designated group of nursing units. Performs other duties and responsibilities, as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities Must have the ability to function optimally in a stressful environment, and the ability to remain calm in emotionally charged situations. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications Education and Experience Bachelor of Science degree preferred Licensed in the state of Connecticut as a Registered Nurse (Licensure will be evidence of completion of educational requirement) CPR BLS certification, after hire and before assignment to direct patient care. Physical Requirements Ability to move light objects weighing less than 20 pounds for short distances. Ability to sit at a desk and walk around for different periods of time. Silver Hill Hospital (“SHH”) is fully committed to equal employment and advancement opportunities for all present employees as well as for applicants in all phases of the employment process (recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline and termination). Therefore, except in any cases of bona fide occupational qualification or need, SHH will act without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, past/present history of mental disorder, intellectual disability, physical or learning disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable law, (unless it is shown by supervisory personnel that a disability prevents performance of the work involved or may result in undue hardship) in all aspects of the employment process and relationship. This policy is based on the understanding that an applicant is able to handle the job requirements. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Silver Hill Hospital