House Supervisor Per Diem, Sharon Hospital

DescriptionAt Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+strong heartsandopen minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.Sharon Hospital is a 78-bed general hospital located in northwestern Connecticut, a region that offers an inspiring balance between work and life. We provide a full range of services, including bariatric surgery, cancer care, cardiology, emergency care, neurosciences, orthopedics, stroke care, surgical services and women’s services.Our accolades include:The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safetyAmerican Heart Association - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement AwardVizient Quality Leadership AwardCenter for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - 5-Star RatingAt Sharon Hospital, we pride ourselves on creating a culture of family caring for family. Our message to every patient, visitor, and caregiver is, “We’re here for you.” We are a community of caring hearts, providing compassionate care in a warm, friendly, and supportive environment. The region surrounding our campus is an ideal place to enjoy quality living as you pursue opportunities and make lifelong connections.Summary:The Nursing House Supervisor is responsible for promoting and maintaining quality patient care through effective management of the activities of the total patient care services during his/her assigned shift. In the absence of the Administrator and/or designee, the Nursing House Supervisor has the authority and responsibility for administrative decisions and appropriate notification of the Administrator-on-Call.Requirements:BSN preferred; ASN acceptedMinimum Two (2) Years' Experience In a Supervisory CapacityCT RN LicenseCurrent BLS, ACLS, & PALS is required by the start of orientationResponsibilities:Coordinates and evaluates services rendered by and to all departments during the respective shift on an ongoing basis. Keeps the Nurse Executive, his/her representative and/or the Administrator informed regarding circumstances or situations which have or may have serious impact. Uses good judgment in ensuring adherence to established hospital procedures and policies. Informs personnel on ensuing shift regarding condition of patients, follow-up actions required and any special conditions. Participates on various committees. Participates and assists in the planning and providing of in-service education programs within the hospital or other meetings, seminars, or institutes conducted outside the hospital. Participates in patient care meetings and in-service education functions. Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills. Evaluates and documents performance of employees as indicated and communicates the information to the Patient Care Manager. Assumes the duties as outlined in the Emergency Preparedness Manual. Follows Pharmacy protocols for obtaining drugs when the Pharmacist is unavailable. Evaluates accuracy of staffing systems. Uses the principles of AIDET in every customer encounter. Performs Hourly Patient Rounding as required by guidelines and standards as appropriate. Maintains and Models Nuvance Health Values. Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance. Completes other duties as assigned and required. Other Information:Possesses good oral and written communication skillsDemonstrates interpersonal relationships in a manner which enhances communication, promotes conflict resolution and facilitates staff developmentAdditional languages preferredBasic computer knowledgeSkills and knowledge to sustain and evaluate competence in the care of the age and type of patient populations servedDemonstrates leadership, managerial ability and the application of good interpersonal relationships and principles of supervision and administrationWorking Conditions:Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterityOccupational: Some occupational riskPhysical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. forcePhysical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.Credentials:RN,BLSCompany: Sharon HospitalDepartment: Nursing AdministrationExempt: NoSalary Range:$50-$74 per hourWithstrong hearts andopen minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!