Registered Nurse; RN House Supervisor

Registered Nurse (RN) - House Supervisor

Job Type: Full Time | Nights

Schedule: 3x12, Nights (7p-7a)

Sign On Bonus: Based on Eligibility

A Registered Nurse (RN)- House Supervisor who excels in this role:

Provides after-hours leadership, functions as a resource person for staff, assists in patient care, and is responsible for overall quality of patient care in the facility. Reports to the Senior or Chief Nursing Officer or Administrator on Call.

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shifts.
• Determines staffing levels and assignments based on availability, abilities, census, acuity, and workflow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed and may take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies issues affecting outcomes.
• Responds to patient care complaints and manages them through established channels.
• Performs role-specific duties including entering orders, performing admissions/discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff have necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality care.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and protocols.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Initiates weekend case management, utilization review screening, discharge planning, and swing intake.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Patient Populations Served:
Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed:
Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.

Exposure:
Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is present; involves contact with patients or specimens, including blood, body fluids, and non-intact skin.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent computer use and repetitive hand/arm movements; occasional standing, walking, sitting, and light patient handling. Exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, and latex.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) required within one month of hire, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required within 6 months of hire, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 6 months of hire
• Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
• Education:
  
  Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Licenses:
  Must have a current Kentucky or compact state RN license.

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Dee by emailing Dee.

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.