Nurse Supervisor
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Office Manager and/or Clinic Coordinator, the Nurse Supervisor supervises, manages, and coordinates the nursing activities in accordance with established corporate policies and procedures and state and federal laws to ensure safe, efficient, and effective patient care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
*Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.*
- Assigns duties and coordinates nursing services.
- Evaluates nursing activities to ensure patient care, staff relations, and efficiency of service.
- Observes nursing care and visits patients to ensure that nursing care is carried out as directed and treatment administered in accordance with physician’s instructions.
- Directs preparation and maintenance of patients’ clinical records.
- Inspects rooms for cleanliness, comfort, and necessary supplies.
- Participates in orientation and training of personnel.
- Orders or directs ordering of drugs, solutions, and equipment and maintains records of narcotics.
- Assists in the interpretation of and ensures compliance of corporate policy and state law related to nursing services.
- Assists in evaluating and formulating the policies, procedures, decisions, and solutions related to nursing services.
- Participates in Corporate safety procedures and programs.
- Recommends the purchase of supplies and equipment required for nursing services.
- Maintains equipment and assures supplies are adequate for patient care.
- Ensures compliance program is adhered to.
- May perform routine nursing duties as needed.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Diploma or equivalent from a one-year college or technical school with at least two years nursing experience and some supervisory experience. Must hold and maintain a current LPN license with the State of TN.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases, and deformities, including treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures. Demonstrate high level of nursing skills and leadership ability. Ability to anticipate physicians’ needs for nursing assistance. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with faculty members, students, residents, staff, patients, and other third parties. Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervisory and general management abilities of nursing personnel. Knowledge of departmental functions. Ability to concentrate on the situation at hand and listen effectively. Ability to operate computer, keyboard, and printer. Ability to organize tasks; work as a team member and independently using sound nursing skills with a variety of professional disciplines. Convey a professional and positive image and attitude.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EOE/AA/M/F/Disability/Vet
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