SUPV NURSING UNIT

Overview

Nursing Supervisor, Medical Unit

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Evening Shift

Parkwest Overview:

Parkwest Medical Center , Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines world-class cardiac expertise with the warmth of home in serving a vibrant East Tennessee community. Since 1973, Parkwest has grown into the region’s largest hospital in the area, offering advanced services like an all-digital catheterization lab, comprehensive breast health, emergency, and critical care. It’s consistently ranked among Tennessee's top 10 hospitals by U.S. News & World Report and earns national recognition as a Top 100 Heart Hospital, as well as an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog. As part of Covenant Health, the region’s largest employer, Parkwest Medical Center, marries cutting-edge technology with compassionate, community-centered care, earning accolades for cardiology, stroke, surgical excellence, and patient safety.

To learn more about Parkwest Medical Center and our units, visit Covenant Health Parkwest Medical Center Opportunities .

Position Summary:

Assists Nurse Manager with the delivery of high quality nursing care and administrative management of the Nursing unit. Fulfills all duties and responsibilities associated with the Nurse Supervisor position.

Responsibilities

• Assists in selection, training, orienting, developing and evaluating the performance of the department staff.

• Maintains operational reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.

• Assists with coordination and reporting of nursing activities performed on behalf of the patient.

• Establishes and maintains communication between the nursing unit, medical staff and ancillary departments for the purposes of problem solving and quality improvement. Utilizes appropriate lines of communication within the facility.

• Assists with establishment and implementation of unit goals and objectives are in alignment with the facility and system.

• Promotes a safe environment that allows for the delivery of high quality patient care utilizing evidenced based practices.

• Protects patient confidentiality by promoting professional staff communications.

• Supervises, institutes, and evaluates nursing interventions and documentation.

• Demonstrates competence in performing critical skills to include appropriate delivery of care according to the age-specific needs of the population served.

• Works collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure patient care is timely, efficient, and effective.

• Facilitates professional development of staff.

• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Graduate of accredited nursing program required; possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field preferred (required within 3 years in position or effective date of job description).

Minimum Experience:

Three (3) years of recent clinical experience.

Licensure Requirement:

Must have and maintain Tennessee State registered nurse license. CPR required.

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Job Title SUPV NURSING UNIT

ID 4623594

Facility Parkwest Medical Center

Department Name MEDICAL UNIT