Job Description

Nursing Unit Supervisor, Medical Unit

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

LeConte Medical Center Overview:

LeConte Medical Center is a part of Covenant Health, our region’s top-performing healthcare network and is a 79-bed community hospital located in the heart of Sevier County. We’re a full-service, not-for-profit hospital delivering modern medicine and compassionate care to the growing Sevier County community. LeConte offers a full range of health services, including top-tier specialists, a modern ER, and a beautiful Women’s Center. Learn more about our amazing facility at https://www.lecontemedicalcenter.com/about-leconte-medical-center/.

Assists Nurse Manager with the delivery of high quality nursing care and administrative management of the Nursing unit. Fulfills all duties and responsibilities associated with the Nurse Supervisor position.

Responsibilities

• Assists in selection, training, orienting, developing and evaluating the performance of the department staff.
• Supports established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement initiatives, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Works with manager to ensure compliance with the Joint Commission standards, federal and state guidelines, and nursing standards and practices.
• Maintains operational reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Assists with coordination and reporting of nursing activities performed on behalf of the patient.
• Attends meetings and actively participates on nursing committees and interdisciplinary committees, as assigned by Nurse Manager.
• Establishes and maintains communication between the nursing unit, medical staff and ancillary departments for the purposes of problem solving and quality improvement. Utilizes appropriate lines of communication within the facility.
• Assists with establishment and implementation of unit goals and objectives are in alignment with the facility and system.
• Supervises, institutes, and evaluates nursing interventions and documentation.
• Works collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure patient care is timely, efficient, and effective.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Facilitates professional development of staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by Nurse Manager or other senior leaders.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Graduate of accredited nursing program required; possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field preferred (required within 3 years in position or effective date of job description).

Minimum Experience:

Three (3) years’ of recent clinical experience.

Licensure Requirement:

Current TN state registered nurse license. CPR required.