Ambulatory Nursing Practice Supervisor - Cobleskill Location

The best thing about this roleAre you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.What you'll doUnder the supervision of the Director, Ambulatory Nursing the Supervisor Clinic Nursing Practice is responsible for creating and implementing nursing procedures to foster a productive and quality-driven work environment while planning, prioritizing and assigning health care tasks to clinical support team members. The Supervisor Clinic Nursing Practice functions as a resource to caregivers and is accountable for the promotion of professional growth, competency planning and validation, and performance evaluations. This individual will assist in the development of systems that maximize patient service, safety, quality care and provider efficiency. In addition, the Supervisor Clinic Nursing Practice will assist in departmental quality assurance, performance improvement, and regulatory compliance activities under the direction of the Medical Director/Chief, Director, Ambulatory Nursing, and/or the Practice Manager.Oversees and participates in orientation of new Caregivers and conducts an annual assessment of the program, suggesting modification as needed to enhance skill and increase efficiencyMakes daily assignment for all nursing Caregivers, drafts work schedules, arranges coverage and monitors performanceRecommends proposals to improve clinic efficiency, productivity or expand nursing servicesDelegates responsibilities to nursing and clinic Caregivers as appropriate to their level of education and skill in accordance with assessed patient needsInitiates continuing education seminars, presentations and in-services for Caregivers, utilizing appropriate Bassett Healthcare personnel; conducts an annual assessment of the educational needs of the clinic CaregiversInitiates and participates in development and/or revisions of nursing policies and procedures, including treatment and medication administration protocolsFacilitates QA/QI initiatives as requestedImplements and maintains procedures for application of the nursing process, including nursing triage, in the outpatient setting on an ongoing basis based on periodic review by the Director, Ambulatory NursingWorks with master scheduler to schedule immunization clinics efficientlyCounsel nursing/lab staff on their performance and interpersonal relationships, takes disciplinary action as needed, assists Caregivers in overcoming deficiencies and ensure success of staff in achieving objectives. Review critical errors with Director, Ambulatory NursingCompletes performance evaluations on a timely basis according to policy, seeking input from providers, Practice Supervisor/Manager, peer and self-evaluationsRecommends and assists in justifying staffing needs, interviews and assesses candidates. Collaborates with Practice Manager for employment requisitions for nursing/lab staff. Works with Talent Acquisition to schedule interviewsAssists in developing and up-dating standards for CaregiversAssures compliance with regulatory agency codes, licensing, professional standards and continuing educational needsUtilizes principles of the nursing process in meeting patient age specific needs with regard to safety, hygiene, nutrition and medication administration while also attending to psychosocial, physiological, spiritual and emotional needsAssesses patient needs, plans nursing care and coordinates this care with other components of the health care system. Implements or guides the nursing intervention and evaluates resultsConducts/coordinates outpatient diagnostic and therapeutic testing according to established protocols in conjunction with the physicianProvides appropriate patient and family teaching and support (i.e. explains treatments and procedures, answers patient questions).During periods of short staffing, or increased patient needs, rearranges assignments and delegates duties. Functions in staff nurse capacity to ensure quality patient care and safetyExpands competencies by attending continuing education programs evidenced by attendance documents presented to Director, Ambulatory NursingAssists in the development of effective interdepartmental working relationships in order that all patient care systems and processes function smoothly with respect to patients and internal customersServes as an example to staff in work habits, teambuilding, compassionate service to patients and colleagues, and support to providersServes as a resource to manager, supervisor, team leader, providers, and other department members for problem solving and information regarding nursing practice and daily clinic workflowsAddresses patient complaints competently as requestedUses layperson's language when speaking to patients and family, asking patient if they have questions and repeating instructions as often as necessaryDemonstrates accountability including efficient use of resourcesDemonstrates effective and appropriate time management and organizational skills related to patient care and clinic workflowsIdentifies opportunities for improvement, offers solutions and responds positively to clinical and operational changes. Actively participates in the development of sameUses resources efficiently considering cost in planning and delivering care. Offers alternatives when indicatedPromotes the productivity of providers and provides or delegates care to be provided to the patients in an organized mannerEnsure supply levels are adequate for daily use and works collaboratively with manager, supervisor, warehouse and staff to adjust and maintain PAR levelsCommunicates appropriately with internal and external customersAssures nursing staff is well informed of hospital events and policies affecting the clinicAttends meetings and serves on committees appropriate to nursing practices and shares pertinent information with appropriate CaregiversEnsures that patient and Caregiver information is kept private and confidential; ensures that Caregivers follow privacy policiesPerforms other duties as requestedWhat we need from youEducation/Qualifications:2 Year/Associate Degree in Nursing, required*** All RN's hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor's prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire. BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN's licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirementVocational/Technical Diploma Professional Nursing Program, required4 Year/Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferredExperience:3 years Nursing experience, requiredSupervisory or management experience, preferredLicensure/Certificates:NYS License as a Registered Nurse, requiredBLS Certification, requiredSkills:Analysis & EvaluationCommunicationClinical SkillsLeadershipManage PeopleMulti-TaskingTime ManagementTrainingResponsibilityPhysical Requirements:Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objectsOccasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, stoopingFrequent typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, walkingConstant visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testingHazards:Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, mechanical, radiation/radiant energyFrequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposureWorking conditions:Occasional vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odorsFrequent noiseTravel:Extensive travel - you should expect to travel every weekTotal RewardsBassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer matchAnd more!Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.Pay TransparencySalary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.Pay Range Minimum:USD $93,194.92/Yr.Pay Range Maximum:USD $139,792.38/Yr.We love the difference people bringWe provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.