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Schedule Weekly Hours:

40

Gundersen Health System is seeking a Clinical Nurse Supervisor who can contribute to this mission by engaging, motivating, and driving a culture of service and patient satisfaction in our high-energy, patient-centered Surgical department.

As a Level 2 Trauma Center, the Surgery department is a fast-paced unit with 20 state-of-the-art operating rooms and 2 labor and delivery suites with cutting-edge surgical equipment. We provide a wide range of surgical procedures, including robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgeries to populations ranging from neonates to adults. This multidisciplinary team includes RNs, surgeons, anesthesia staff, surgical technologists, and surgical assistants.

What You'll Do:

As a supervisor you will assist in carrying out the vision, objectives, and strategies of the Surgery department consistent with the System’s mission, vision and goals. You will assist the leadership team in determining which resources are needed and recommend the acquisition of additional resources where indicated. You will advocate change in processes and systems to ensure optimal, cost effective health care delivery. As a supervisor, you will be responsible for facilitating the resolution of clinical, staff, and policy issues including the oversight of ENT, Plastics, Oral Surgery, Neuro and Heart service lines as well as approximately 40 direct reports including Perioperative Technicians and C.N.A.s within the department.

What's Available:

Fulltime, 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE)Salaried position Oversight of ENT, Plastics, Oral Surgery, Neuro and Heart service lines as well as approximately 40 direct reports including Perioperative Technicians and C.N.A.s within the department.

What You'll Get:

We offer a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciatedAttend leadership training and have strong managerial supportWork with the most cutting-edge surgical equipment available alongside work-renowned surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to assist with complex surgical procedures that few other health systems in the Midwest offerWe will support your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development CenterA comprehensive and generous retirement plan and healthcare benefitsSubstantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual base contribution

What You'll Need: 

A minimum of an Associate's degree in NursingRN license to work in WisconsinCurrent Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care ProvidersRN experience in surgeryLeadership experience preferred

You can be a nurse anywhere. But not everywhere practices LOVE + MEDICINE.

About Gundersen Health System:

Gundersen Health System is a physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system that includes a teaching hospital; community clinics; affiliate hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. We serve more than 500,000 residents throughout 19 counties throughout western Wisconsin, northeastern Iowa, and southeastern Minnesota. Our La Crosse, WI main campus is a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and a Level II Trauma Center. Our mission is to deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.

Job Description:

The roles and responsibilities of this job support the mission, vision, values, and strategies of the organization.
Assumes day-to-day shift accountability for the provision of quality services. Collaborates with the leadership team to develop and meet goals and objectives. Acts as a consultant to staff, physicians, and other members of the health care team. Assists with the development of policies and procedures to support the provision of superior quality personnel care.

STRATEGIC RELEVANCE -- SUMMARY

To advance its position as an innovator and leading health care system, Gundersen Health System (GHS) must continue to demonstrate superior outcomes, provide seamless delivery of care, and ensure competitive cost structures. It must also stay at the cutting edge of emerging technologies and new delivery models that will transform healthcare. The System must anticipate and respond effectively to evolving market and environmental trends, (e.g., shifts in payment models, value-based purchasing, transparency of outcomes and information technology) that will impact the delivery of health care services.

The Supervisor is responsible for understanding the impact of these forces and trends. The Supervisor collaborates with others to achieve GHS’ strategic mission and goals by being a guide at the side, managing daily operations of their AOR (area-of-responsibility) and are expected to: 1) demonstrate superior quality and safety through the eyes of patients and caregivers; 2) demonstrate superior service through the eyes of patients and colleagues; 3) attract, develop and retain a talented and engaged workforce; 4) demonstrate affordability of care; and 5) achieve programmatic growth. The Supervisor supports the transition of System strategy into staff commitment, action, and accomplishment in their AOR.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Supervisor is specifically responsible for:

1.0 Organizational Strategy and Implementation -- Understanding market trends and the impact on their AOR, contributing to AOR strategic and operational plans.

2.0 Fiscal Management -- Effectively using established processes to ensure accountability for effective operations and resource management.

3.0 Human Resource Management -- Effectively using established processes to: select, align, engage, develop, manage, and retain a team of highly skilled staff.

4.0 Excellence in Service and Clinical Quality -- Achieving seamless delivery of quality patient care and safety, excellence in patient experience and customer service.

5.0 Organizational Leadership -- Providing leadership and accomplishing objectives by supporting the integration of processes and initiatives while modeling collaboration.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Organizational Strategy and Implementation

1.1 Collaborates with Team leadership to understand external market financial, economic, and industry data, identifying market opportunities as it applies to daily departmental operations.

1.2. Collaborates with management to ensure that resources are prioritized and in place (i.e., staff, equipment, supplies, technology, and processes, etc.) and properly utilized to achieve AOR objectives through the most effective and efficient operations.

1.3 In conjunction with AOR leadership, makes recommendations for the improvement of AOR key processes, leading to elimination of variability in cost and quality.

Fiscal Management

2.1 Manages AOR to meet fiscal targets, ensuring the daily operations of delivering cost-effective, quality services.

2.2 Evaluates AOR for potential cost-effective change and makes recommendations for the implementation of approved changes.

2.3 Ensures staff compliance with financial decisions.

Human Resources Management

3.1 Communicates vision and leadership to staff in a collaborative environment that offers job satisfaction, performance recognition, and stimulates innovative thinking to accomplish objectives.

3.2 Ensures that AOR staff understand their roles in accomplishing GHS, Team/Division, and AOR strategic objectives. Establishes expectations for high level of performance and holds individuals accountable for achieving them.

3.3 In collaboration with other AOR leadership and the Human Resources Department, uses organizational systems/processes to recruit, retain, and develop a high-performance team that meets patient, regulatory, and fiscal requirements for their AOR.

3.4 In conjunction with Team/Division leadership, ensures staff productivity by maximizing staffing efficiency and workflow patterns as well as monitoring and controlling turnover.

3.5 Implements and actively supports the integration of change and conflict management while working side by side with management.

3.6 Creates a climate that ensures respect, teamwork, open communication, and professional recognition among a diverse workforce.

Excellence in Service and Clinical Quality

4.1 Ensures the implementation of service, quality and safety standards consistent with System policy for patient experience and internal and external customers in collaboration with AOR leadership.

4.2 Identifies and communicates trends across services in customer satisfaction and patient experience, clinical quality outcomes and patient safety to AOR leadership.

4.3 Models and ensures that AOR staff effectively uphold a customer service orientation to meet legitimate needs of patients and internal and external customers.

4.4 Ensures that confidentiality of patient, staff, and appropriate management data is maintained, and delivers immediate and certain consequences when confidentiality is compromised.

Organizational Leadership

5.1 Promotes the organization to all constituencies by interpreting and communicating GHS’ mission and values, acting as a loyal, supportive, and informed spokesperson for AOR, Team/Division and the System.

5.2 Collaborates with other internal professionals to identify, reduce, and eliminate barriers within the system which may negatively impact cost and quality of services.

5.4 Takes responsibility for providing a positive learning environment for students, interns, and residents working within their AOR, collaborating with academic programs, while ensuring patient safety.

5.5 Takes responsibility for identifying areas for self-development and actively seeks opportunities and resources to meet developmental objectives.

KEY INTERFACES

The Supervisor interacts primarily with the following external interfaces:

PatientsFamilies

The Supervisor interacts secondarily with the following external interfaces:

Vendors/Suppliers* scope dependentEducational and Regulatory OrganizationsNon-GHS clinicians, hospitals, and facilities

The Supervisor interacts primarily with the following internal interfaces:

AOR staffOther AOR supervisors, managers and directorsClinicians

The Supervisor interacts secondarily with the following internal interfaces:

Other Functional Managers and SupervisorsOther System Staff

DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY & RESPONSIBILITY

The Supervisor has the authority to carry out the AOR vision, objectives, and strategies consistent with the System’s mission, vision and goals. This person assists the leadership team in determining which resources are needed and recommends the acquisition of additional resources where indicated.

The Supervisor has the responsibility to advocate change in AOR processes and systems to ensure optimal, cost effective health care delivery. This individual facilitates the resolution of clinical, staff, and policy issues. The Supervisor oversees the adherence to policy, as well as makes recommendations for changes to AOR staff and leadership. The Supervisor coaches, monitors, and documents staff performance, makes recommendations for compensation strategy and promotion for their AOR.

The Supervisor represents Gundersen Health System and their AOR within the System and in the external community.

Education and Learning:
REQUIRED
Associate degree in Nursing.

DESIRED
Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Work Experience:
REQUIRED
1 year of clinical nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and years of experience. Experience working in an organization of similar size and complexity.

DESIRED
2 years of OR experience.

License and Certifications:
REQUIRED
Registered Nurse (RN) licensed minimally in the state of practice, some positions may require additional state RN licenses.
Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Age Specific Population Served:
Infant (less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)

OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases.

Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:
Sitting Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Static Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Walking/Standing Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Stooping/Bending Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Reaching - Shoulder Level Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Above Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Lifting - Other Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267

Equal Opportunity Employer