Oroville Hospital
RN House Supervisor
Oroville Hospital, Oroville, California, United States, 95965
Job #:
12065
Job Category:
Nursing
Job Type:
Per Diem
Shift Type:
Nights
Facility:
Department:
Staffing Office
Pay Range:
$69.11/hr. - $96.60/hr.
Open Date:
08.15.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing and licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of California. BSN preferredCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationACLS certification within one yearCharge nurse experience preferredMust possess qualifications for Medical/Surgical RNCompletion of crisis prevention trainingJob Details:Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing and licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of California. BSN preferredCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationACLS certification within one yearCharge nurse experience preferredMust possess qualifications for Medical/Surgical RNCompletion of crisis prevention trainingDuties &Responsibilities:
Job Summary
The House Supervisor provides direct supervision of staff in Medical-Surgical units, Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, Obstetrics department and Staffing Office. The Supervisor provides indirect supervision for all other hospital departments. The Supervisor is responsible for appropriate unit assignment taking into consideration patient acuity, age specific requirements and diagnosis.
Duties
Administrative ResponsibilitiesCommunicates with Nurse Managers Nursing Services, other department directors and the hospital Administrator regarding problems, interventions or decisions made by SupervisorProvides written documentation regarding problems, actions taken and resultsInvestigates incidents, discusses with staff as appropriate and reports all information to Director of Medical/Surgical ServicesAssesses emergency situations and responds promptly and effectively, notifying the appropriate authorities and, Administration as indicatedMay serves as public relations to police, press and public in an emergency situationMaintains current knowledge of bed availability and is responsible for decision to divert patients when hospital is fullMaintains current knowledge of bed availability throughout community during census peaksImplements disaster plan as neededHas current knowledge of job descriptions and scope of practice for nursing staffHas current knowledge of hospital and nursing policies and proceduresHas current knowledge of Title 22 regulationsFunctions as resource regarding legal aspects of nursing policies and procedures and regulations governing the hospitalHas current knowledge of RN and LVN contract and Labor LawMaintains current knowledge of situations which may affect overall functioning of the hospitalReceives report from previous shift's supervisorMaintains communication with all hospital departments throughout the shiftReports to on-coming shift supervisorFunctions as patient advocateResponds to patient and family concernsAssists nursing staff to intervene on the patient's behalfUnderstands and utilizes the chain of command as needed to provide quality patient careMaintains safe patient environment by reporting safety concerns to appropriate person or to Safety CommitteeSupports a shared governance style of leadership in a decentralized environmentLeadershipAccepts responsibilityAssists nursing units in independently seeking solutions to their problemsShares knowledge with others openlyPromotes harmony and team work by assisting with conflict resolutionAssists with resolving conflicts between individual needs and requirements of the organizationMaintains a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and an even temperament when dealing with peopleUses tact, sensitivity and sound judgment when relating with patients, families and co-workersDisplays a professional attitude, including a professional appearanceDemonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problemsUnderstands and considers the ramifications decisions may have on other departmentsAccurately performs assignmentMeets scheduled deadlinesSelf-directed and self- pacingIs consistent, dependable and accurate in carrying out responsibilitiesStaffing/Bed ControlSupervises the staffing clerksIn the absence of the staffing clerk assumes those responsibilitiesEnsures that sufficient nursing staff is available to meet the needs of the patientsImplements established departmental staffing plans for Medical/Surgical Services only, assists other areas as directed by Chief Nursing OfficerAdjusts staffing levels according to patient acuity, census and special needsReviews staff available for current shift and next shift and anticipates needs. Revises staffing as changes occurAccepts and logs phone calls regarding illness and personal emergencies and replaces staff as needed. Notifies department directors of any trends or patterns being establishedLogs messages regarding availability of staff or necessary changes in schedulesUnderstands staffing policies in regards to scheduling and time off requests and abides by themCalls staff off for low census in a timely manner and does so according to policySupervises staffing clerk in performing bed control. In the absence of the staffing clerk, performs those responsibilitiesEnsures that patient bed assignments are appropriate based on needs of patient, skills of staff, infection control policies, and preferences of physicianCommunicates with charge nurse for appropriate placement of patientConsiders qualifications and availability of staff in determining bed assignmentHas knowledge of respiratory isolation rooms and which diagnosis require respiratory isolationAccurately completes admission/ non-scheduled procedure form and distributes copies appropriatelyConsiders alternative bed assignments (i.e. ICU, OB) when Medical-Surgical Units are fullNotifies hospital Administrator of potential need to divert patients when hospital is fullClinical ResponsibilitiesConfers with charge nurses in all areasMakes rounds on Medical Surgical patientsPatient plan of careAdmission assessmentSuperimposing IVPBPRN medicationsAnswering call lightsResponsible for collecting dataProvides input during analysis of dataHelps to formulate and implement plan of action for quality improvementAssists with evaluation of actions takenHelps to formulate and implement plan of action for quality improvementAssists with evaluation of actions takenHas completed RN skills check list for Medical-Surgical unitsFunctions as immediately available clinical resource person for staffMaintains high visibility to staff on Medical/Surgical UnitsSurgical patient in post-op crisisPatient in acute respiratory distressPatient with acute unresolved chest painPatient with unexplained changes in LOCPatient in seizure stateDetermines appropriate unit for admission based on level of care needed, i.e. Med-Surg, ICU.Determines need for transfer to ICU from Medical-Surgical UnitReviews all Code 99s, documents findings and forwards to ICU DirectorCompletes Risk Identification report for First Aid Team callsCalls Surgery crew in for non-scheduled surgeries providing crew with necessary information to set up for caseCalls in on-call endoscopy crewWhen the departments are closed, notifies Surgery and Endoscopy of add-on's to the scheduleFollows procedure for obtaining supplies from Central, Central Sterile and StoreroomFollows procedure for inter-facility equipment acquisition/ borrowing and lendingFollows procedure for obtaining medications from pharmacyFinancial AccountabilityDemonstrates cost effectiveness when staffingConsiders budget in all decisionsUses overtime to cover staff only when all other alternatives have been triedUses least expensive overtimeUnderstands out patient programs and assists in admitting patient into appropriate categoryAssists in controlling length of stay by ensuring that patient tests are performed in a timely mannerSeeks methods for decreasing costs and shares these ideas with staff and managementParticipates in special projects as assigned by Vice President of NursingPerforms other duties as assignedOrganizational ExpectationsProvides a positive and professional representation of the organizationPromotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and preventionMaintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experienceAdheres to infection-control policies and protocolsParticipates in ongoing quality improvement activitiesMaintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standardsComplies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient informationDemonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organizationAdheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirementsOther Info:
Functional Demands:
Work area is well lighted and ventilated. Regularly exposed to the risks of blood borne and airborne diseases. Contact with patients in a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to noise, chemicals, communicable diseases, and hazardous materials. Wears personal protective equipment as required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, or controls; each with hands and arms; and talk to hear. The employee is frequently required to walk or stand for extended periods, occasionally required to sit, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with help.
Job Posted:
08/15/2024
12065
Job Category:
Nursing
Job Type:
Per Diem
Shift Type:
Nights
Facility:
Department:
Staffing Office
Pay Range:
$69.11/hr. - $96.60/hr.
Open Date:
08.15.24
Close Date:
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing and licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of California. BSN preferredCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationACLS certification within one yearCharge nurse experience preferredMust possess qualifications for Medical/Surgical RNCompletion of crisis prevention trainingJob Details:Start Date:
Open Until Filled.
Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing and licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of California. BSN preferredCurrent American Heart Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationACLS certification within one yearCharge nurse experience preferredMust possess qualifications for Medical/Surgical RNCompletion of crisis prevention trainingDuties &Responsibilities:
Job Summary
The House Supervisor provides direct supervision of staff in Medical-Surgical units, Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, Obstetrics department and Staffing Office. The Supervisor provides indirect supervision for all other hospital departments. The Supervisor is responsible for appropriate unit assignment taking into consideration patient acuity, age specific requirements and diagnosis.
Duties
Administrative ResponsibilitiesCommunicates with Nurse Managers Nursing Services, other department directors and the hospital Administrator regarding problems, interventions or decisions made by SupervisorProvides written documentation regarding problems, actions taken and resultsInvestigates incidents, discusses with staff as appropriate and reports all information to Director of Medical/Surgical ServicesAssesses emergency situations and responds promptly and effectively, notifying the appropriate authorities and, Administration as indicatedMay serves as public relations to police, press and public in an emergency situationMaintains current knowledge of bed availability and is responsible for decision to divert patients when hospital is fullMaintains current knowledge of bed availability throughout community during census peaksImplements disaster plan as neededHas current knowledge of job descriptions and scope of practice for nursing staffHas current knowledge of hospital and nursing policies and proceduresHas current knowledge of Title 22 regulationsFunctions as resource regarding legal aspects of nursing policies and procedures and regulations governing the hospitalHas current knowledge of RN and LVN contract and Labor LawMaintains current knowledge of situations which may affect overall functioning of the hospitalReceives report from previous shift's supervisorMaintains communication with all hospital departments throughout the shiftReports to on-coming shift supervisorFunctions as patient advocateResponds to patient and family concernsAssists nursing staff to intervene on the patient's behalfUnderstands and utilizes the chain of command as needed to provide quality patient careMaintains safe patient environment by reporting safety concerns to appropriate person or to Safety CommitteeSupports a shared governance style of leadership in a decentralized environmentLeadershipAccepts responsibilityAssists nursing units in independently seeking solutions to their problemsShares knowledge with others openlyPromotes harmony and team work by assisting with conflict resolutionAssists with resolving conflicts between individual needs and requirements of the organizationMaintains a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and an even temperament when dealing with peopleUses tact, sensitivity and sound judgment when relating with patients, families and co-workersDisplays a professional attitude, including a professional appearanceDemonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problemsUnderstands and considers the ramifications decisions may have on other departmentsAccurately performs assignmentMeets scheduled deadlinesSelf-directed and self- pacingIs consistent, dependable and accurate in carrying out responsibilitiesStaffing/Bed ControlSupervises the staffing clerksIn the absence of the staffing clerk assumes those responsibilitiesEnsures that sufficient nursing staff is available to meet the needs of the patientsImplements established departmental staffing plans for Medical/Surgical Services only, assists other areas as directed by Chief Nursing OfficerAdjusts staffing levels according to patient acuity, census and special needsReviews staff available for current shift and next shift and anticipates needs. Revises staffing as changes occurAccepts and logs phone calls regarding illness and personal emergencies and replaces staff as needed. Notifies department directors of any trends or patterns being establishedLogs messages regarding availability of staff or necessary changes in schedulesUnderstands staffing policies in regards to scheduling and time off requests and abides by themCalls staff off for low census in a timely manner and does so according to policySupervises staffing clerk in performing bed control. In the absence of the staffing clerk, performs those responsibilitiesEnsures that patient bed assignments are appropriate based on needs of patient, skills of staff, infection control policies, and preferences of physicianCommunicates with charge nurse for appropriate placement of patientConsiders qualifications and availability of staff in determining bed assignmentHas knowledge of respiratory isolation rooms and which diagnosis require respiratory isolationAccurately completes admission/ non-scheduled procedure form and distributes copies appropriatelyConsiders alternative bed assignments (i.e. ICU, OB) when Medical-Surgical Units are fullNotifies hospital Administrator of potential need to divert patients when hospital is fullClinical ResponsibilitiesConfers with charge nurses in all areasMakes rounds on Medical Surgical patientsPatient plan of careAdmission assessmentSuperimposing IVPBPRN medicationsAnswering call lightsResponsible for collecting dataProvides input during analysis of dataHelps to formulate and implement plan of action for quality improvementAssists with evaluation of actions takenHelps to formulate and implement plan of action for quality improvementAssists with evaluation of actions takenHas completed RN skills check list for Medical-Surgical unitsFunctions as immediately available clinical resource person for staffMaintains high visibility to staff on Medical/Surgical UnitsSurgical patient in post-op crisisPatient in acute respiratory distressPatient with acute unresolved chest painPatient with unexplained changes in LOCPatient in seizure stateDetermines appropriate unit for admission based on level of care needed, i.e. Med-Surg, ICU.Determines need for transfer to ICU from Medical-Surgical UnitReviews all Code 99s, documents findings and forwards to ICU DirectorCompletes Risk Identification report for First Aid Team callsCalls Surgery crew in for non-scheduled surgeries providing crew with necessary information to set up for caseCalls in on-call endoscopy crewWhen the departments are closed, notifies Surgery and Endoscopy of add-on's to the scheduleFollows procedure for obtaining supplies from Central, Central Sterile and StoreroomFollows procedure for inter-facility equipment acquisition/ borrowing and lendingFollows procedure for obtaining medications from pharmacyFinancial AccountabilityDemonstrates cost effectiveness when staffingConsiders budget in all decisionsUses overtime to cover staff only when all other alternatives have been triedUses least expensive overtimeUnderstands out patient programs and assists in admitting patient into appropriate categoryAssists in controlling length of stay by ensuring that patient tests are performed in a timely mannerSeeks methods for decreasing costs and shares these ideas with staff and managementParticipates in special projects as assigned by Vice President of NursingPerforms other duties as assignedOrganizational ExpectationsProvides a positive and professional representation of the organizationPromotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and preventionMaintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experienceAdheres to infection-control policies and protocolsParticipates in ongoing quality improvement activitiesMaintains compliance with organization's policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standardsComplies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient informationDemonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organizationAdheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirementsOther Info:
Functional Demands:
Work area is well lighted and ventilated. Regularly exposed to the risks of blood borne and airborne diseases. Contact with patients in a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to noise, chemicals, communicable diseases, and hazardous materials. Wears personal protective equipment as required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to handle or feel objects, or controls; each with hands and arms; and talk to hear. The employee is frequently required to walk or stand for extended periods, occasionally required to sit, balance; stoop, kneel or crouch.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with help.
Job Posted:
08/15/2024