Unit Shift Supervisor

: The Shift Supervisor has responsibility for leading, planning, organizing and evaluating the timely, effective and efficient delivery of the department's operations on a shift by shift basis. Through the incorporation of the Hospital's goals and objectives and nurse professional practice, this position is responsible for ensuring that the department performs to the highest possible standard within the resources made available, thus ensuring the delivery of quality care and service to patients, staff and visitors. The Shift Supervisor is accountable to the Clinical Director. The Shift Supervisor acts as a role model, has accountability for the patient flow initiatives, fosters teamwork within and between areas of responsibility and ensures the consistent application of the Hospital's policies and procedure. The Shift Supervisor is also responsible for promoting specialized knowledge and skills through the support of staff education and professional development.

• Education: Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Licensure: Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association required. Maintains department required licenses/certifications.

• Experience/Knowledge: Minimum of two years of effective clinical experience in an acute care hospital

Substantial knowledge of:

• Current nursing principles, theories and practices.
• Laws, regulations and hospital guidelines pertaining to professional nursing careof patients.
• Principles of CQI and ability to apply these principles including PDSA to improve unit work.
• Ability to promote effective collaboration and teamwork among individuals of multiple disciplines and across organizational boundaries.
• Specific Duties:
  • Serves as a resource and role model to staff regarding current nursing theory and trends.

4. Interpersonal Skills:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing to diverse groups and individuals
• Work effectively with administration, employees and medical staff
• Identify and analyze complex departmental (and patient care) issues
• Make independent decisions and provide counsel and advice to Administration, Director, employees and medical staff
• Exercise good judgment and tact in providing leadership, guidance and assistance

Location: Salinas Valley Health · Telemetry - 5th Tower Schedule: Full Time, Evenings, 5p-3a