Nursing Supervisor - Collaborative Staffing Resource Center - Northshore - Full Time

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.  We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. 

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.  Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! 

Supervisor assumes accountability for patient care outcomes through the assimilation and application of research-based information to design, implement and evaluate patient plans of care. This job is a provider and manager of care at the point of care to individuals and cohorts of patients within a unit. This job designs, implements and evaluates nursing interventions by coordinating, delegating and supervising the care provided by the healthcare team, including licensed nurses, patient care technicians and other health professionals and facilitates effective and efficient discharge planning.

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 qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.
 

Education 

Required - Registered Nurse diploma

Preferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Work Experience

Required - 2 years nursing experience.

Preferred - Supervisory experience

Certifications

Required - Current RN License in the state of practice

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Job Duties

• Promotes the utilization of nursing protocols/practice guidelines based on existing evidence and supports the conduct of nursing research in accordance with guidelines.
• Responsible for organizing, planning, directing, providing and coordinating patient care within the unit.
• Manages conflict appropriately on shift assigned and reports issues to the Unit Director if further action/follow up is needed.
• Assumes the role of facilitator by meeting the needs of staff while aligning self with the strategic direction set by the Unit Director.
• Assists leadership team in identifying cost-containment/reduction strategies.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Other related duties as required.  The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
 

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