Position SummaryFunctions as the representative of Hospital Administration and as such is accountable for actions and decisions made within the realm of that authority. Mediates and/or resolves problems within Nursing and/or other functioning departments during the shift. Functions as advisor, coordinator and facilitator to in pursuing daily activities. The Evening and Night Supervisors offer support to the overall management of the Nursing Department from 3:00pm to 7:00am.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Participates in the orientation, training, supervision and evaluation of nursing personnel assigned to the night shift. Confers with Medical staff and other departments to coordinate activities concerning nursing service.
- Accepts reports from preceding shift, adjusts staffing according to requirements, and advises on-coming shift of conditions.
- Makes rounds, visits patients, and observes quality of patient care. Reviews patient condition reports and nursing care plans, and counsels nursing personnel as necessary.
- Interprets policies and procedures to patients and visitors as necessary and assures that all assigned personnel know them. Reviews and handles to conclusion some cases with outside agencies such as Coroner's Office, Police Dept., etc.
- Analyzes nursing service to improve patient care and better utilize personnel and equipment, assists formulating nursing objectives and operates shift to achieve objectives. Participates in nursing in-service programs, seminars, committees, etc. as requested.
- Maintains statistics, records and prepares reports as required.
- Responds to emergency needs in units and assists with nursing procedures as necessary, responds to Code Blues and reports any unusual incidents to the VP-of Nursing as soon as possible.
- Participates in preparing the Department's annual budget, Quality Assurance efforts and risk management.
- Initiates Disaster Plan when appropriate.
- Plans and organizes work, defines assignments, and carries out assignments effectively. Independently anticipates, obtains, integrates and responds appropriately to the age related patient psychosocial and physical needs
Required Qualifications- 3-5 years of similar experience required
- 5+ years of similar experience preferred
- ADN required
- BSN preferred
Licensure and Certification- Current IL RN License required
- BLS required
Where a professional license or certification is required, the candidate must maintain the applicable license or certification throughout employment and comply with applicable renewal and reporting requirements.
Humboldt Park Health may verify applicable professional licenses, certifications, education, employment history, and other credentials as permitted or required by applicable law and organizational policy.
ScheduleThis position follows a full-time schedule with hours covering nights. Flexibility may be required based on patient care and operational needs.
CompensationPay Range: $100,000 - $120,000 per year
The pay range represents the budgeted compensation range for this position. Final offers may vary based on job-related factors, including qualifications, education, experience, skill set, internal equity, applicable policies, and other factors permitted by law.
