House Supervisor - Registered Nurse; RN

House Supervisor - Registered Nurse (RN)

Watauga Medical Center
· Nursing Administration

Management

RN (Registered Nurse) House Supervisor

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As an RN (Registered Nurse) House Supervisor at UNC Health Appalachian, you will serve as a key clinical and operational leader, helping coordinate nursing care and hospital operations across inpatient areas. You’ll support frontline teams, collaborate with nursing and medical leadership, help ensure appropriate staffing, and provide real-time guidance when patient care or operational needs arise.

This role is ideal for an experienced acute care nurse who enjoys leading others, solving problems, and seeing the bigger picture while remaining connected to bedside care. As a working clinical leader, the RN House Supervisor maintains bedside competency and is prepared to step in when needed to support patients and nursing teams.

Compensation: Starts at $40.42per hour or higher
, based on education, experience,and internal equity

Status: Non‑Exempt Leadership
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; wellness incentives;
Career Pathways opportunities; employee assistance programs; and additional employee perks.

Applicable benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment from new hire orientation.

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains,
Boone, North Carolina offers exceptional outdoor recreation, vibrant community living, and outstanding quality of life.

What You’ll Do as an RN House Supervisor

Hospital Operations & Nursing Coordination

Coordinate day-to-day nursing operations across hospital units to support safe, efficient, and effective patient care.

Assess staffing needs based on patient census, acuity, staffing ratios, available resources, and operational needs.

Coordinate nursing staff assignments and resources in accordance with established staffing and budgetary guidelines.

Help address changing patient care demands and operational priorities throughout the shift.

Collaborate with unit managers, nursing leadership, medical staff, and other departments to promote continuity and efficiency of care.

Clinical Leadership & Staff Support

Serve as an accessible clinical and leadership resource for nursing staff throughout the hospital.

Provide guidance and support to frontline team members to promote safe practice, professional development, empowerment, and job satisfaction.

Maintain clinical and bedside competency and assist with direct patient care when needed.

Support clinical decision‑making and help staff appropriately elevate patient care concerns.

Promote effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration across nursing units and disciplines.

Provide leadership input regarding staff performance and employee evaluations as appropriate.

Patient Safety & Emergency Response

Promote a hospital-wide culture focused on patient safety, quality, and exceptional care.

Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, changes in patient condition, staffing challenges, and other urgent operational needs.

Assist in coordinating resources and communication during emergency situations.

Ensure nursing activities are performed within applicable licensure requirements, organizational policies, and standards of care.

Identify and communicate significant clinical, regulatory, or operational concerns to the appropriate manager or nursing leader.

Support compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, nursing standards, and UNC Health Appalachian policies and procedures.

Partner with nursing leadership to identify opportunities to improve patient care, workflow, staff satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

Participate in leadership…