Job Information
Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center HOUSE SUPERVISOR in Harrodsburg, Kentucky
Job Summary
The House Supervisor is a RN responsible for making administrative decisions for the nursing division in the absence of the Nursing Directors and/or Vice President of Nursing. He/She supervises nursing care throughout the Organization, coordinates resources from ancillary departments. "The RN is a nursing professional care provider under the direction of the director or designee who utilizes the nursing process, nursing standards and physicians orders to plan, provide and direct nursing practice. Accomplishment of nursing practice that includes practice elements as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing and in accordance with the Ephraim McDowell Health nursing professional practice model. Performance that accomplishes patient and family centered care as central to practice and a foundation of caring, compassion, competence, communication, collaboration and teamwork. Responsible to participate in shared nursing leadership to accomplish positive outcomes, education, respect, dignity and safety for the patient and their family. Accountable for leadership of self and others and functions as charge nurse. Under the general direction of the Director, maintains shift responsibility and accountability for leadership and supervision of the unit which promotes quality nursing care and cost effective use of resources. Participates in direct patient care as needed. Exhibits F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service and Trust)."
Working Conditions, Hazards and Physical Effort
Works in a well lighted, ventilated and air conditioned area. Long periods in a stationary position and moving around the units are required. Risks exposure to disease, infection and physical strain. Risks exposure to disease, infection and physical strain. Risks exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently.
Minimum Qualifications or Equivalents
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Experience: Three to five (3-5) years supervisor experience preferred.
Equipment Used/Special Skills Required: Basic computer skills, Staffing and Scheduling software program.
Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations
Current license as an RN in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Certification in Basic Life Support.
Key benefits include :
Health, dental and vision insurance are available upon hire date
Paid Time Off - accruals at 7.08 hours per pay period
Matching Retirement Savings Plan with up to an 8% match
Tuition reimbursement for hard to fill positions
Student loan repayment for certain positions
Cafeteria discount averaging 25%