Position Summary Provides supervisory leadership and clinical support to assigned unit(s). Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the delivery of nursing care in the department. Serves as a representative of the department and is a liaison to other departments and individuals. Responsible for promoting a work environment that is conducive to quality patient care and personal job satisfaction. Makes decisions within the framework of the organization philosophies, policies, and procedures. Oversees performance improvement initiatives for the assigned unit. Minimum Qualifications Work Experience Three years of experience as a staff nurse with demonstrated leadership skills required. Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Education Completion of a Nursing Degree program required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Certifications/Licensure Kentucky RN license (OR) RN license in a State recognized by the Kentucky Nurse Licensure Compact Act required effective June 1, 2007. Leadership Performance Standards Delivering Results Oversees and provides direction to staff members related to completion of work, work schedules, and work assignments within established policies and procedures of Med Center Health. Provides leadership in problem identification and resolution, and coordinates resolutions in collaboration with department leader. Staffing and Development Assists with hiring, training, development, and retention of employees who have the appropriate level of job knowledge, skill and overall fit to the department and to the organization. Communicates job performance expectations and provides performance feedback that facilitates development. Provides input in the completion of and the delivery of employee performance evaluations and actively addresses employee performance concerns through conflict-resolution. Cultivating a Strong Workplace Actively champions employee engagement. Is well aware of employee morale and intervenes appropriately to maintain high levels of employee morale and engagement. Fosters a team atmosphere and facilitates open communications to support Med Center Health’s mission, vision and values. Encourages teamwork among staff; facilitates resolution of team conflicts and promotes respect between all team members and across the organization. Financial Performance Provides input in the development and management of the department budget. Assists department leader with analyzing costs, developing programs to assure compliance with budgetary constraints and providing justifications for budget variances. Job Specific Performance Standards The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.
  Utilizes a combination of knowledge, experience and situational awareness to provide safe, high quality, individualized care to patients. Applies critical thinking skills to the assessment, interpretation, and analysis of each patient’s information to design a complete, holistic plan of care in collaboration with peers and providers. Delegates in accordance with applicable legal and policy parameters. Recognizes when there is a need for further intervention and escalates appropriately. Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning for continued professional growth and education that reflects competence, knowledge and understanding of current nursing practice. Establishes a caregiver-patient relationship that is built on mutual trust, respect, compassion and communication to meet the unique needs of each patient and family.