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Today we are seeking a Nursing Supervisor for our client in Ottumwa, IA.
The Must-Haves are as follows: 1-A Current Iowa Registered Nurse License
2-A Current BCLS certification
3- (2) Two to three (3) years previous management experience is preferred with minimum of three years clinical experience in an acute care setting. The essential job duties are as follows: -Be responsible for overseeing the management of nursing personnel. This is accomplished through leading, coaching, facilitating, and assisting by providing counsel and direction.
-Be visible, accessible and actively engaged in supporting staff on a daily basis.
- Actively participate in QA/PI projects to meet regulatory compliance.
- Follow ORHC infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Serve as an example to staff by using hospital policies and procedures.
- Actively participate in development and accomplishment of hospital regulatory compliance.
- Follow ORHC and unit specific policies and procedures.
- Facilitate the scheduling process and adjust schedule to meet hospitals needs
- Provide fair and consistent leadership to all departments
-Convey QI, risk and safety concerns to Director of department and quality department
-Complete variance reports or statements of concern appropriately and in a timely manner
-Participate in Individualized Patient Care by verifying whiteboards and other patient satisfaction criteria are being used.
-Notify staff of emergency call in situations.
-Operate within the designs of established hospital procedures in emergencies including using the hospitals emergency plan, HICs and NIMS when appropriate
-Notify Administrator on call of any area you do not feel you can handle from following hospital policies and procedures, or with any unusual events.
-Communicate clearly and positively with co-workers. Promote TEAMWORK.
-Ensure patient privacy and confidentiality
-Act as a resource to solve problems.
-Act as an ambassador for the health center by speaking positively in the presence of our patients and members of our community.
-Represent Ottumwa Regional Health Center by demonstrating compassion, integrity and excellence.
-Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, skills & abilities: -Must have excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues and the general public both in person and on the telephone.
-Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, hospital policies, and technical procedures.
-Must have the ability to rapidly problem solve and deal with a variety of variables and set priorities as well as the ability to analyze data from a variety of sources and choose consistently appropriate interventions to maximize positive patient outcomes.
-Must demonstrate positive, supportive behavior to members of the healthcare team, patients, and families through effective communication, calm appearance and professional behavior.
Education: -Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
-Have an Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing with 2-3 years management experience is minimum requirement.
-Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.
Job Experience: Two (2) to three (3) years previous management experience is preferred with minimum of three (3) years clinical experience in an acute care setting.
Certificate/License: -Current Iowa Registered Nurse License
-Current BCLS certification
-Current NRP within 6 months of hire
