Nursing Clinical Supervisor - Lead Patient Care & Flow

Responsibilities Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller‑town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its caregivers. That's why we're looking for health professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: POSITION SUMMARY The Clinical Supervisor‑Nursing is responsible for ensuring the nursing staff provide quality care, expedited throughput, and excellence in patient experience. The Supervisor‑Nursing assists the Director in communicating and supporting the vision, mission, and goals of UHS and NWTHS for the department. The position will consist of staffing as well as operational tasks as assigned by the Director. Coordinates all flow activities and acts as liaison between nursing, physicians, hospital‑associates, patients, and visitors. PROVISION OF SERVICES/CARE STANDARDS Coordinates and monitors the implementation of patient flow processes ensuring operational efficiency and standardization of practice. Ensures safe, quality patient care through appropriate allocations of resources to ensure effective patient flow. Assumes Charge Nurse responsibilities in the absence of the Charge Nurse. Assists the Director with operational and quality related tasks as assigned. Maintains clinical/leadership expertise and fosters commitment, pride, & service excellence in staff by promoting positive work environment. Demonstrates leadership in the provision of unit services through a collaborative process designed to integrate services/functions throughout the department and NWTH. Participates in and supports a process to measure, assess, and improve performance of management, clinical, and/or support services in consistent with regulatory agency standards. WHAT DO OUR CURRENT NURSES VALUE AT NWTHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS Challenging and rewarding work environment Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Generous Paid Time Off Free Basic Life Insurance QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program. BSN preferred, or must enroll in program and have completion within 2 years. Current licensure/permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date and maintain certification throughout employment. This must be obtained prior to providing patient care. Certifications required by RNs in the department of employment must be obtained in the timeframes required by the applicable department. Minimum of 2 years leadership experience preferred. De‑escalation training within 90 days of hire. Ongoing compliance with demonstration of clinically pertinent competencies as determined by the facility. Emergency Department ACLS within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment PALS within 3 months of hire and maintain certifications throughout employment. TNCC within 6 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment. ENPC encouraged Handle with Care within 3 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment. Minimum of 4 – 6 month’s experience as an employed nursing student in the specific unit, nursing students must have completed a leadership semester in the ED, or one year as an RN in a hospital setting. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. #J-18808-Ljbffr