What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Supervisor position at ECHN?
Nursing Supervisor Job Summary:
The Nursing Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing the quality of patient care and managing care activities during assigned shifts. This position requires a Registered Nurse license, a Bachelor's Degree, and at least three years of nursing experience in an acute care setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective, and compassionate patient care.
- Provides clinical and administrative leadership and expertise.
- Facilitates interdisciplinary team relationships.
- Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree or currently enrolled in such a program.
- A current Registered Nurse license from the State of Connecticut is required.
- Certification is highly desirable.
Experience:
- At least three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting with demonstrated leadership potential.
Essential Duties:
- Visits all patient care units to ascertain condition of patients, evaluate staffing needs, and provide support to caregivers.
- Administers the effective distribution and utilization of personnel employed during the respective shift.
- Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of patient care.
- Participates in quality improvement projects and initiatives.
Keywords:
- nursing supervisor
- patient care
- healthcare leadership
- registered nurse
- acute care
- clinical management
- interdisciplinary team
- quality improvement
- patient satisfaction
- staff coordination
