House Supervisor (RN)

Overview:

House Supervisor - Registered Nurse - $12k sign-on bonus with 2 year commitment

 

Night 11p - 7:30a OR 11a - 7p   

Fri - Tuesday schedule

Responsibilities

The Nursing Supervisor assumes responsibility for complete facility operations during the assigned shift.  This includes supervising nursing and clinical staff, ensuring that patient care is provided in a safe and timely manner.  This position has responsibility for the supervision of care of all ages

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

 

Education:         Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required.  Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing preferred.

 

Experience:      Two (2) years experience as a registered nurse, preferably in a psychiatric health care facility.  Supervisor and managerial experience preferred.

 

Licensure/Certification:  Currently licensed to practice by the Illinois State Board of Nursing.  Successful completion of CPR certification, age-specific training and the current patient aggression management training, including appropriate use of Seclusion and Restraint, within 90 days of employment.  Must pass a medication administration exam.

 

Knowledge/skills:  Knowledge and implementation of psychiatric, medical and A.N.A. standards and nursing procedures that meet standards including State Nurse Practice Act and Code of Ethics.  Knowledge of all facets of patient care, nursing and clinical systems.  Thorough knowledge of psychiatric and medical nursing procedures is essential.  Skill at assessing census/acuity and managing staffing issues within departmental budgetary guidelines.  Knowledge of Mental Health Laws and Child Abuse/Neglect/Maltreatment Laws, and the Department of Human Services provider agreement, if applicable.  Effective oral and written communication skills.  Skill in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.  Must be a self-starter and goal/results-oriented.  Ability to use good judgment and to maintain confidentiality of information.  Strong Microsoft Office and computer skills. Strong customer service skills to external and internal customers.  Ability to adhere to safety policies and code procedures react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.  Ability to accept direction and adhere to policies and procedures.  Ability to work in a fast paced environment.  Strong problem solving skills. Ability to generate, interpret and communicate data from statistical reports.  Leadership and management skills. Must value and support hospital goals, objectives and treatment philosophy.

 

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior. Potential for exposure to communicable diseases, blood/body fluids and other hazardous waste.  General hospital environment.