SCOPE OF POSITION: The Administrative Supervisor is accountable for ensuring the effective and timely provision of patient care for assigned shift.

Function as Administrator-in-Charge during the shift for all Hospital employees. Resolve operational difficulties that cross-departmental or functional lines, and provides operational direction to shift supervisory, clinical and administrative personnel. Report to the VP, Patient Care Services/CNO. # RESPONSIBILITIES: # # # # # # # Assume accountability for all operations relating to patient care during the shift.

Functions as a liaison among all areas of the hospital and provides administrative direction. Interprets and enforces institutional wide policies, procedures and standards. Assure that adequate staffing resources are available within Patient Care Services in accordance with approved staffing plans.

Ensure quality patient care by monitoring clinical performance and maintaining nursing standards through effective teamwork. Identify operational problems and emergency situations and initiates actions and consults with appropriate personnel. Actively participate in committees and professional development activities.

Respond to requests for patient care equipment and supplies in a timely manner. Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

# Requires sophisticated troubleshooting, clinical and interpersonal skills in order to successfully deal with constant operational decisions, as well as dealing with people of diverse goals and professional language. Ability to work in an environment that includes exposure to all patient elements i.e., bloodborne pathogens, physical requirements: lifting and pulling of patients, transporting patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs, standing and walking. # # Bachelor#s Degree in Nursing with at least three years of progressively more responsible management experience, and a minimum of three years clinical experience. Master#s in Nursing, Hospital Administration or related field from an accredited school preferred. # # # Registration and current Connecticut license. Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.