Job Description

Location:Nursing Administration
St. Joseph's Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health NetworkLanguage requirement:English EssentialSchedule:Subject to change due to operational requirementsJob Classification:Registered Nurse Class Supervisor (RNCSU)Job Classification Type:Nurse Managers/SupervisorsJOB PURPOSEThis position is a senior administration position, reporting to the Facility Administrator of St Josephs Hospital. The Nursing Supervisor is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well- being of all patients throughout the organization on the assigned shift. The Nursing Supervisor plans, directs, coordinates, and evaluates all intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities, making critical decisions about global staff issues and operations that impact patient care on his/her assigned shift. The Nursing Supervisor is the designated on-site hospital administrator after normal business hours and therefore is responsible for all activities within the hospital in the absence of Administration and/or department managers. The Nursing Supervisor is responsible for the assessment of all requests for the Administrator on call contact and maintains open communication with all staff. This position requires a sound knowledge of nursing practice and exceptional leadership abilities.QUALIFICATIONS

• Active registration in the Province of New Brunswick
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing.
• BCLS, ACLS an asset.
• Nursing administration certification desired.
• Post graduate education in Administration or an equivalent combination of education and managerial experience.
• Effective interpersonal/communication skills which include verbal, non-verbal, written.
• Basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel)
• Demonstrates an ability to identify and solve problems, use initiative and sound judgement to reach quality decisions.
• High regard for confidentiality
• A minimum of (2) years experience as a first-line manager is desired, coupled with three (3) years clinical nursing experience required.
• Broad understanding of patient care processes.
• Able to apply principles of managerial and leadership theory.
• Cognitive and technical knowledge and the ability to progressively manage care delivery across the continuum of care.
• Must be flexible with work scheduling. Involves discretion and independent action within prescribed limits. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with groups as well as independently.
• Committed to continuous professional development.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIESResource Planning

• Identifies the current and potential staffing needs of the Nursing Units and will reassign staff accordingly.
• Consistently demonstrates an ability to adapt to changing priorities in the organization, utilizes time effectively in response to workload, staffing levels, and fluctuations in patient activity.
• Evaluates departmental workload when making staffing decisions.
• Conducts frequent rounds throughout the facility to ensure appropriate functioning of operations.
• Provide relief for breaks on Nursing Units and assign break relief as necessary.
• Provides guidance and support to staff in the performance of their duties.
• Supervises and directs activities on the assigned shift.
• Functions as a clinical resource to nursing staff and other members of the interdisciplinary team as appropriate.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness and provides leadership during periods of stress with the nursing staff.
• Builds a positive work environment by guiding employees to support the mission of the hospital, providing developmental opportunities and encouraging teamwork.
• Demonstrates effective-delegation skills during increasing or decreasing periods of patient activity; intervenes during crisis and emergency situations providing leadership to the staff.
• Promotes Best Practice
• Adheres and enforces the Facility and Program/Department policies and procedures. Provides interpretation for staff as required.
• Participates in the development and implementation of hospital policies and procedures, as well as making suggestions for revision of same.
• Maintains currency with respect to all new policies and procedures published.
• Monitors the implementation of all-organizational policies, primarily clinical practice standards by direct observation and interaction with the nursing staff.
• Consistently monitors compliance with standards of care by observation, verbal reports and written documentation. Assists in the development of a plan to increase compliance and implements action to correct deficiencies.

Professional Growth

• Willingly accepts assignments to special projects. Demonstrates a timely and dependable attitude in all aspects of work assignments; meets deadlines for assigned projects.
• Performs administrative duties as delegated.
• Prepares regular and specific reports as required.
• Willingness to participate on appropriate committees as required.
• Participates in Emergency Preparedness, Planning, Education and Response.
• Provides input for performance evaluation of staff as required.
• Supports Risk Management
• Notify Admin Director on-call immediately of potential risk issue.
• Advises appropriate manager of any notable issue/event that occurred on his/her shift.
• Demonstrates an understanding of fire drills, internal/external disaster plans and procedures, and evacuation procedures as evidenced by in-service records and participation in drills.
• Demonstrates adherence to risk management policies and submits incident reports according to hospital policy.
• Follows problems left from previous shifts to effective resolution to ensure continuity.
• Responds to all emergencies and disasters within the organization.

Effective Managerial Skills in Established Lines of Authority

• Promotes confidentiality and uses complete discretion when discussing information.
• Demonstrates ethical and appropriate behavior for a clinical environment to include, but not limited to, dignity, patients rights and privacy, and the maintenance of confidentiality of patient information. Shares information so that the people who need to be aware of the facts are informed.
• Acts as a positive change agent; is self-directed in implementation of the management/administrative role.
• Conducts all aspects of supervision in a firm, fair, and consistent manner.
• When appropriate, initiates the disciplinary process in collaboration with the manager.
• Fosters exceptional public relations for the organization; interacts with media according to standard and Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, public and allied health professionals.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Is involved in direct patient care, as required, during emergencies.
• Assumes a leadership role in all CODE situations in the facility and ensures notification of necessary personal in an emergency.
• Makes frequent rounds to the various nursing units and relieves nursing staff for meals and breaks.
• Obtains items for emergency use from pharmacy, stores, or health records
• Assesses the health care needs of patients

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Communication
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Results Orientation
• Stress Management
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Effective interpersonal/communication skills which include verbal, non-verbal, written
• High regard for confidentiality
• Ability to identify and solve problems, use initiative and sound judgement to reach quality decisions

Interested? Apply Today?Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.About Horizons Recruitment ProcessWe thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.Horizons recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizons hiring purposes.Diversity StatementHorizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

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