Clinical Supervisor III Ambulatory

Job Code: SU1303

 

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

 

JOB TYPE

Classification: Exempt

Supervises Positions: Yes

 

JOB SUMMARY

This role requires a commitment to UVA Health's ASPIRE values: Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity, ensuring high standards of patient care and collaborative work environment.

The Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor accepts accountability for the provision of care in accordance with UVA Health’s policies and procedures and competency to promote patient health and wellness. 

The Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor in partnership with the Clinic Administrator, ensures implementation and success of organizational goals; organizes and coordinates the clinical environment, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of healthcare services. Supervises 20 or more clinical FTEs and may include RN, LPNs, medical assistants and other unlicensed personnel. Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor serves as a clinical leader of the healthcare team. 

In addition to the supervisory responsibilities, the Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor will provide patient care support in accordance with nursing scope of practice.

This position requires providing services to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served.

Patient Care: Responsible for practicing safely within the defined standards of practice.

Records and relays patient information, symptoms, and concerns to the patient’s medical provider or registered nurse for further triage assessment and to determine a plan of care Assist patients with therapeutic regimens Implements established plans of care and age-appropriate interventions.  Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions Administer tasks, treatments, and medications in accordance with validated competencies

Communication: Communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, medical providers and all levels of healthcare.

Conveys information accurately to physicians, nurses, and other team members, as well as listen and respond to the needs and concerns of patients and colleagues Utilizes appropriate communication tools such as Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, and Question (SBARQ) when communicating within the interdisciplinary team. Documents appropriate information in a timely manner. 

Teamwork: Willing to share responsibilities, support their teammates, and work together to achieve common goals.

Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency. Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.

Nursing Practice: Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Engages in continuous learning and professional development activities to stay current with advancements and best practices in ambulatory care.  Possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas  Contributes to the development of practice guiding resources (policies, procedures, guidelines, protocol orders, etc.)

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

 QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  4 Year/Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience: Minimum of 3 years nursing experience required. Minimum of 2 year supervisory or lead experience required.

Licensure:  LPN licensure in applicable state preferred. 

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: BLS required. Ability to successfully complete general and department role based specific skills validation and competency testing. Excellent human relation skills, possess effective oral and written communication skills, possess leadership and problem-solving skills, operate personal computer. Ability to successfully complete Leader Education and training.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 20A, Nursing

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

 OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes On call responsibilities as directed: No Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.