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Cook County Health and Hospitals

CLINICAL OPERATIONS NURSE SUPERVISOR - NURSING - OB/GYN

Cook County Health and Hospitals, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Job Posting:

Sep 6, 2024, 6:56:09 PM

Closing Date:

Sep 21, 2024, 4:59:00 AM

Full-time

Shift Start Time:

11:00 P.M.

Shift End Time:

7:00 A.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit:

None

Posting Salary:

COMPETITIVE SALARY

Organization:

Health and Hospital Systems

Location:

John H. Stroger Hospital

Department:

Nursing OB/GYN - Maternal Child Health

Shift:

11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Operations Nurse Supervisor provides off shift supervision overseeing all aspects of patient care within the assigned nursing division, in conjunction with the Nurse Coordinator II, and will also provide oversight to the other nursing divisions, on a 24-hour basis providing coverage when needed, by evaluating and supervising all activities of the nursing staff. This position has first line responsibility for clinical and personnel management, patient care, and quality service delivery for the assigned areas in Cook County Health (CCH).

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

General Administrative Responsibilities

Collective Bargaining

Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals.

Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions, and working meetings.

Discipline

Document, recommend and effectuate discipline at all levels.

Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Initiate, authorize and complete disciplinary action pursuant to CCHHS system rules, policies, procedures and provision of applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Supervision

Direct and effectuate CCHHS management policies practices.

Access and proficiently navigate CCHHS records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Management

Contribute to the management of CCHHS staff and CHHSS' systemic development and success.

Discuss and develop CCHHS system policy and procedure.

Consistently use independent judgment to identify operational staffing issues and needs and perform the following functions as necessary: hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, direct or discipline employees pursuant to applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Work with Labor Relations to discern past practice when necessary.

TYPICAL DUTIES

Collaborates with Nursing Leadership to develop nursing care standards ensuring patient care in unit is delivered within hospital established service standards, regulatory and professional standards of care.

Develops and implements an effective operating plan for the delivery of nursing care within the designated nursing unit.

Identifies opportunities for process improvement and initiates improvement efforts within the unit to increase and exceed unit performance measures.

Conducts patient observations, reviews verbal reports and written documentation, and establishes immediate and long-term corrective action plans.

Develops long-term unit staffing schedules to ensure adequate daily coverage in accordance with staffing needs.

Drives employee performance by setting clear performance expectations for unit nursing staff.

Provides daily guidance to staff regarding patient care delivery problems.

Ensure regulatory compliance for the assigned Nursing units.

Identifies staff development needs and works with nursing education department or outside sources to provide nurses with continuous education and opportunity for growth and development.

Ensures all nursing staff meets requisite credential and licensure requirements.

Partners with nursing team to proactively assess the quality of patient care delivered by nursing staff.

Ensures nursing staff follows accurate and complete documentation procedures at all times.

Completes required quality assessment and performance improvement reports for the unit.

Maintains a safe, culturally sensitive, and caring patient environment that is reflective of CCH standards.

Demonstrates and promotes awareness of patient care rights; serves as patient advocate.

Coordinates the efforts of ancillary health services to ensure continuity of patient care.

Ensures proper maintenance of unit medical equipment.

Prepares and monitors unit personnel, supply, and equipment budgets.

Attends and participates in division, department, and committee meetings, when necessary.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from a school of nursing, required.

Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois, required.

A minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience within the assigned areas of specialty within a hospital is required.

A minimum of one (1) year of experience in nursing supervision or experience as a Charge Nurse and/or Nurse Manager.

Must be certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, required.

Must have active Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, required.

Must be able to work nights and weekends, as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification as a Med/Surg Nurse (CMS-RN).

Magnet experience.

Certification in Quality Improvement or Nursing Administration.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Demonstrates skill in staffing and the management of nursing personnel.

Demonstrates good judgment in the selection of new staff members.

Thorough knowledge of the job description and key requirements for each position on the unit.

Demonstrates skill in the coordination and the management of patient care unit.

Thorough knowledge of the Hospital and Nursing Departments mission, philosophy, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.

Demonstrates understanding of the current requirements of accrediting agencies.

Thorough knowledge of safety policies and procedures.

Ability to maintain all unit equipment in proper working condition.

Thorough knowledge of expected staff response in hospital emergency.

Strong interpersonal skills to interact with staff, patients, hospital staff, patient families.

Excellent oral, verbal and written communication skills.

Strong leadership and project management skills.

Ability to articulate in a clear and professional manner.

Analytical, organizational, problem-solving, critical thinking, and resolution skills.

Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks.

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment.

Ability to adhere to department policies and standards.

Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and composure when challenged.

Ability to function autonomously and as a team member in a multidisciplinary team.

Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy and precision.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran

must:

Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application.

Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

*Degrees awarded outside of the United States must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Basic Term Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link:

Cook County Risk

*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications, and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH & HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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