Nursing Supervisor - Intensive Care Unit; ICU - Lorain Hospital

Position: Nursing Supervisor - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - Lorain Hospital
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Supervisor Nursing - Lorain Hospital

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Assists with supervising and coordinating the administrative and operational activities in the assigned areas. Collaborates with interprofessional team to ensure safe and effective care delivery while promoting a culture of excellence.

Essential Job Functions

* Leads a team of nurses and clinical support.

* Supports managers/directors on larger units.

* Performs managerial responsibilities 80% of time; works on ground support for frontline staff and assists in direct patient care as needed.

* Assists manager/director in planning and supervision of unit/department goals and objectives.

* Assists with managers/directors in planning and maintaining department's readiness for regulatory surveyors.

* Serves as professional role model, mentor, and clinical resource.

* Responsible for personal and professional growth as well as fostering an environment where interdisciplinary team members can contribute to optimal patient outcomes and grow professionally.

* Responsible for modeling core culture and safety behaviors to eliminate preventable harm and implement high reliability principles.

* Facilitates implementation of change management, performance improvement, and strategic initiatives in assigned areas.

* Supports mission and vision of the organization and adheres to BSMH policies.

* BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting)

Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units:

* PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)

* ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)

* NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred)

* TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred)

* ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred)

* National Board Certification Specialty (preferred)

* Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred)

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (required)

Work Experience

* 2 years nursing experience with 1 year minimum clinical experience in the acuity level of desired area (preferred)

* Charge nurse or management experience (preferred)

Patient Population

* Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

* Understands life span growth and development principles, assesses patient data, and tailors care according to age and specific needs as per departmental policies.

* Neonates (0-4 weeks)

* Infant (1-12 months)

* Pediatrics (1-12 years)

* Adolescents (13-17 years)

* Adults (18-64 years)

* Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Working Conditions

* Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

* May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

* May be required to use physical restraints.

* May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

* May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

* May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
* * May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
* * May have periods of constant interruptions.

* General office environment.

* Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

* Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

* Prolonged periods of working alone

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

* Build collaborative relationships

* Collaborate with physicians and other medical staff

* Conflict resolution

* Effective oral communication

* Establish an environment that values diversity

* Facilitate consensus building

* Facilitate group discussions

* Inspire desired behaviors and manage undesired behaviors

* Interpersonal communication

* Relationship…