Patient Care Supervisor-Prn

Provides supervision of patient care and personnel of all nursing areas on an assigned hour basis in cooperation with the Nursing Directors.

Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises nursing areas with consideration for safety in all aspects of patient care and employee working conditions.

• Provides and seeks guidance as necessary in legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strives to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.

• Leads and participates in various levels of committees, meetings and continuous quality improvement.

• Participates in development and compliance of policies and all applicable standards for the Department of Nursing as established by regulatory agencies.

• Promotes staff development, encourages learning, and assists personnel in meeting goals and objectives.

• Determines staffing requirements and as appropriate, collaborates with directors and staffing office to ensure staffing levels for all levels.

• Mentors, develops and trains new staff and students.

• Abides by the Health Insurances Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).

• Serves as population newborn through geriatric.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to apply the basic principles of nursing.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

• Keyboarding skills and basic computer skills.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• N/A

REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:

• Integrity:

• A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.

• The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System

• Compassion:

• A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.

• Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.

• Accountability:

• Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.

• Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.

• Respect:

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.

• Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.

• Excellence:

• Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making.

• Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.

• Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects.

• Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BSN.

• Previous supervisor/management experience.

REQUIRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Kansas.

• Healthcare Provider BLS through the AHA or ARC before start date.

PREFERRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• N/A

We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.