Clinic Nurse Supervisor

Description

The nurse in the ambulatory care setting assesses the patient's needs by collecting subjective and objective health status data from the patient or the patient's care giver, and communicates this data to the health care provider. The ambulatory nurse may triage based on this data. The ambulatory nurse prioritizes the information collected based on the patient's condition, the situation, and/or anticipated needs, and implements a plan of care in collaboration with the authorized provider, and evaluates the response of the prescribed treatment.

The ambulatory nurse communicates and educates the health care provider's instructions for care to the patient or the patient's caregiver. Ambulatory care nursing is a specialty practice area that is characterized by dealing with situations and issues that are not always predictable.

The Clinic Nurse Supervisor must demonstrate knowledge of nursing principles for the clinic patient. Provides supervision, management, and leadership of the clinical support staff. Oversees care for clinic patients of all ages following established standards and practices. Expertly skilled in the functions of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and process/utilization improvement related to the EMR. Improves clinical patient care processes for quality patient outcomes.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, clinical support staff and the public. Recognizes problems and recommends solutions. Reacts calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Interprets, adapts and supplies guidelines and procedures. Communicates clearly. Maintains confidentiality. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Will fill in for clinic nursing staff for ill calls, vacations, and staffing holes.

Preform other duties as assigned by CEO.

The Clinic Nurse Supervisor adheres to the regulations of a Rural Health Clinic, state licensing guidelines and subsequent practices.

May delegate to licensed and unlicensed personnel within their defined scope of practice as well as students and new staff.

When students and new staff are providing patient care, treatment, and/or services as a part of their training, any/all employees may be asked to supervise these individuals.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in nursing preferred. Minimum of one to two years of professional nursing experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Required Credentials (Licensure, Certification, or Registration):

Currently holds the RN license with the applicable State Nursing Board and/or possess multistate licensure privileges. Functions within the legal scope of practice.

Care is delivered to clinic patients of all ages. Work hours vary according to clinic schedules. Rubella titer will be drawn initially as well as TB skin testing upon hire and immunization required if no past exposure or indication of immunization. Required to wear name tag provided by Winner Regional Healthcare Center and to dress in a professional manner.

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language and follow oral or written instruction. Excellent oral and written communication skills, work with customers and co-workers in a professional manner

CEO

PART II: CODE OF CONDUCT

Function Explanation

Honesty - We will do the right thing at all times, even if it is difficult, maintaining strong, ethical practices. We protect the confidentiality of others, including patients, staff and the facility as a whole. We will take responsibility for our actions.

Expertise - We will demonstrate superior judgment, training and skill, at all times, demonstrating professionalism while doing so. We will perform all aspects of our job to the best of our ability, utilizing all resources and tools available.

Approachability - We will be non-judgmental, friendly, and open and willing to listen to everyone; we come into contact with while performing our duties. We are humble and learn from others.

Respect - We will be understanding and sensitive to others’ feelings; caring and…