Nurse Unit Supervisor FMC / OB Unit

Employment Type: Full timeShift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.We have a great opportunity available for a Nurse Unit Supervisor in our FMC / OB Unit

In this position, you will have the opportunity to ensure high quality, cost-effective nursing and related services to patients, physicians, and appropriate customer groups. You will function as a clinical expert within OB, and assists the unit Manager in multiple areas, including quality improvement activities. You will interacts with patients and staff on an ongoing basis.

A typical day could include:

• Preceptor coordination; supporting new colleagues via check ins and discussion with preceptors

• Collaboration with OB educator regarding OB residency

• Assisting with the quality processes audits on the FMC unit

• Building strong relationships within the shift, across shifts, and between departments for excellent care delivery

This is a full-time position with variable shifts between days/nights.

We are looking for someone who..

• Possesses leadership skills and/or is willing to grow as a leader.

• Will uphold the Core Values by modeling the expectation and holding others to it.

• Is able to remain objective in approaching situations for resolution.

• Is able to receive and give constructive criticism for the team’s growth.

• Will work collaboratively as a part of the FMC leadership team.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of nursing leadership and supervision as normally obtained through a bachelor’s degree in nursing with three years of RN experience in acute care or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must have an RN license in the state of Idaho prior to hire date.

• Must provide licensure or proof of application in the state of Oregon within six months of hire

• BLS/HCP certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

• ACLS and NRP certifications required within 6 months of hire

• STABLE, EFM, NCC certification required within one year of hire

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Meets Health System's Guiding Behaviors and Caring Standards including interpersonal communication and professional conduct expectations.

• Assists the Manager in overseeing department operations; responsible for shift operations, quality of care, staffing, program development and evaluations and medical staff relations.

• Collaborates with Manager and QA representative to facilitate the interdisciplinary quality assurance program for nursing service delivery and overview of Quality and Safety initiatives.

• Plans, assigns and monitors work of staff. Participates in supervisory duties including hiring, salary review, competency assessments, staff development, and counseling of employees.

• In cooperation with other supervisors, monitors, documents and provides feedback to department staff on job performance.

• Consistently performs the essential functions of a Registered Nurse in the assigned patient care unit and assists the nursing staff with patient care as needed. Serves as a role model for nursing staff; maintains a current knowledge base of unit-specific nursing theory and skills.

• Plans and/or participates in specific orientation of new employees including coordination of preceptors. Serves as a mentor to new charge nurses.

• Participates in development & review of polices and procedures and ensures they are reviewed, revised, and implemented in appropriate time frames.

• Reviews patient grievances and incident (VOICE) reports.

• Attends meetings and represents Nurse Manager in his/her absence.

• Facilitates communication between patients and families and their physicians, care givers, and other health team members.

• Other duties may include Kronos (timekeeping), scheduling and supply maintenance.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.