RN Administrative Supervisor

Overview

The RN Administrative Supervisor is responsible for the facilitation of a safe environment and a safe level of nursing care through coordination of interdepartmental services, patient placement, clinical support and information flow. In the absence of administrative management staff, the RN Administrative Supervisor coordinates contact with outside agencies, public relation activities, policy interpretation, disaster coordination and general problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Planning and Coordination of Services. Collect and correlate patient information via house-wide rounds for planning and coordination of services. Patient care services are planned, coordinated and delivered in coordination with patients / families and other members of the healthcare team to maximize patient outcome and use of resources.
• Communication : Written and verbal communications are accurately delivered and received in a timely, clear and appropriate manner. Act as ombudsman in listening to and attempting to resolve multifaceted concerns of patients, families, staff and physicians that occur on the assigned shift.
• Mission and Values : Organizational values, mission and strategic goals are clearly understood and demonstrated. Maintenance of a positive work and growth environment for all levels of staff by supporting planned change. Uses interpersonal skills to give constructive feedback / criticism in a nonjudgmental, positive and confidential manner.
• CQI : Continuous Quality Improvement is provided through services which reflect understanding and meet customer expectations. Promotes cost effectiveness through identification and implementation of cost saving measures while maintaining quality. Promotes a clean, safe work environment and reports unsafe nursing practices and unsafe practice conditions through the appropriate channels.
• Collaboration : Collaborates with the on-call administrator to facilitate a safe environment in situations of divert status, disaster and emergent patient / visitor / physician-related events. Responds as a clinical resource person and role model for staff at both Legacy Portland Hospitals.
• Professional Development : Promotes community and professional visibility for LHS. Participates in professional organizations, educational programs and community projects. Supports improvement and innovation in the work place.

Qualifications

Education :

Academic degree in nursing (BSN or MSN / MN) required; MSN / MN preferred.

Experience :

Acute clinical nursing and prior supervisory experience.

Knowledge of clinical and nursing unit function and access to resources both administrative and organizational.

Knowledge / Skills :

Must be self-directed with strong communication skills, and a willingness to lead by example. Oral and written communication skills. Positive interpersonal and negotiation skills. Ability to cope with physical and emotional demands of a dynamic environment. Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION :

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Licensure

Current applicable state RN license required. AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Pay Range

USD $56.74 - USD $84.76 / Hr.

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