Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Nurse Supervisor is responsible for the direct supervision of the health care delivery system within their assigned nursing unit. They collect health status data, diagnose patients, set goals, plan and implement care, and evaluate patient progress. The Nurse Supervisor also provides patient education and ensures that ancillary personnel are qualified to perform the services they provide.

Responsibilities

• Review and ensure compliance of nursing plans, medical records, and referrals with policies and procedures.
• Monitor and facilitate progressive patient care through team approach and patient education.

• Assist DON in maintaining clinical skills of registered nurses and ensuring nursing actions are within scope of licensure.
• Identify and address potential problems, establish priorities, and propose corrective actions.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and coordinate patient care with other departments, while ensuring appropriate stock levels of medical supplies and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

Education

• Successful graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Experience

• Prefer a minimum of one-year clinical experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Must have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the State of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.