Nurse Supervisor - Buprenorphine Pathways Clinic

• Direct supervision of the staff assigned to services and programs at a Public Health Center to include hiring, performance evaluations, training, counseling, team building and discipline of staff.
• Lead program planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation.
• Monitor budgets for assigned program(s).
• Coordinate schedules for UW Residents/and or Fellows.
• Perform Quality Improvement/Quality Assurance work, including chart reviews, to ensure compliance with clinical service.
• Work collaboratively with the lead physician to ensure patient workflow and supervision of the care team.
• Work closely with the Program Manager regarding funding, data and performance measures, and program requirements. And assist other team members on continuous improvement efforts.
• Coordinate schedules for UW Fellows, including onboarding of new UW Fellows each year and all work associated to closing out work as they complete their fellowship in clinic.
• Organize meetings and present relevant topics to clinical and non-clinical audiences.
• Oversee clinic expansion efforts as the Pathways program increases services to urgent primary care and mobile teams.
• Partner with stakeholders to develop and implement guidelines and streamlined workflows designed to enhance care delivery for both new and existing processes.
• Collaborate with leadership and staff to define and establish clear roles within the clinic.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements: 

• Washington State license as a Registered Nurse (in good standing) and a bachelor's degree in nursing science or a graduate level nursing degree of MSN, DNP or PhD from an accredited school of nursing. 
• Documentation of current BLS CPR certification with AED training for healthcare providers is required prior to credentialing. Online coursework and certification will not meet our requirements.
• Valid Washington State driver's license or have the ability to travel throughout King County. 
• Pass background check and credentialing.

• Advanced training in nursing administration or public health, or comparable experience.
• Demonstrated experience in personnel supervision, and management techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to hold people accountable and give useful feedback.
• Knowledge of program development, evaluation techniques, and Quality Improvement processes.
• Knowledge of occupational health, handling of hazards, and safety principles.
• Skilled in interviewing techniques and principles.
• Previous experience providing guidance in a community-based program, and/or community health nursing experience desired.
• Knowledge of Buprenorphine and/or substance use disorder. 
• Knowledge of and experience in workflows, job aides, and Electric Health Patient Record (EPIC) training.
• Experience in Behavioral Health, professional training or knowledge in behavioral health affecting vulnerable populations or other relevant experiences.
• Knowledge of Public Health's low-barrier harm-reduction approach.
• Skill in coordinating teams with multi-disciplinary staff.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Skill in working effectively with diverse individuals and populations.
• Ability to work on several projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and highly effective team environment. • Ability to develop and implement innovations toward improving clinic delivery of services.
• Skill in using current office software programs including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and email.
• Skill in working effectively and flexibly as a team member to accomplish necessary tasks.

Work Schedule: This is a fully benefited, Career Service, 1.0 FTE. The typical schedule will fall within Downtown Public Health's normal business hours, which are Monday through Friday 0800 to 1700 but may work outside the schedule to meet operational needs. This position will require travel to other sites within the Public Health System as needed. This position is exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime. This is a fully onsite position and does not offer a telecommuting or hybrid work option.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all minimally qualified nurses.

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To Apply

• NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to pass credentialling and a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. 
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en. 
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools; therefore, candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. 
• If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.

Salary : $116,251 - $151,050