Nursing Supervisor Nights - Cherokee Medical Center

We are hiring a Nursing Supervisor to join our team at Cherokee Medical Center!

• Full-Time Nights; 6p-6a

The Nursing Administrative Supervisor represents Hospital and Nursing Administration to the hospital and medical staff, families and the public within established guidelines. The Nursing Administrative Supervisor (NAS) acts as a clinical and administrative resource for nursing personnel. The NAS has delegated authority to support, advice and direct overall management of nursing practice for a specific period of time. The NAS acts as an advisor/collaborator to other departments as required for problem solving and maintaining the quality of care we wish to provide for our customers.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN

Experience

• 5 years’ experience as a registered nurse in a clinical setting

License/Registration/Certifications

• Current R.N. licensure in the state of South Carolina
• BLS, ACLS, PALS/ENPC

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• MSN

Preferred Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience in a nursing leadership role

Core Job Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for monitoring and adjusting staff levels to assure optimal patient care and cost effective utilization of personnel.
• Makes staffing changes based on accepted staffing patterns, acuity level, differential levels of practice and overall unit environment.
• Uses administrative and nursing policies and procedures to guide and direct the management of nursing staff.
• Collaborative measures are taken to facilitate the anticipation of internal and external customer needs.
• Responds to in-house emergencies and directs activities as appropriate (Codes and Disasters).
• Promotes an environment which stimulates continuous improvement, employee growth and retention.
• Applies counseling skills in supervision and motivation of personnel in accordance with SRHC personnel policies.
• Serves as a resource for nursing staff in determining appropriate nursing interventions.
• Remains clinically competent as appropriate for the role.
• Provides direction to others in the management of patient care problems.
• Incorporates recommendations from nursing research into practice as appropriate.
• Is an effective representative for the department and the faculty. Attends meetings, conferences and workshops related to nursing and the position. Participates on nursing and hospital committees.
• Seeks educational opportunity within primary work environment and incorporates advances into practice.
• Other Duties as Assigned