RN
Location: Anchorage Alaska
Description: MountainStar Healthcare is looking of RN right now, this position will be placed in Alaska. For complete informations about this position opportunity kindly read the description below. Job: Clinical Techs - CV Cath Lab Surg Vasc & Central Sterile
Under the general supervision of the unit's Director, or designee, the RN Clinical Supervisor assumes responsibility for direction and coordination of all f! unctions in the unit on his/her designated shifts. In collaboration with other members of the management team, this individual is responsible for the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in unit.
The RN Clinical Supervisor assumes responsibility for direction and coordination of all functions during the designated shift. Functions as a resource person for staff members and assist in necessary education of individual members of the nursing staff. They would also assume responsibility for the overall quality of nursing care provided when she/he is on duty. The Clinical Supervisor should make decisions regarding activities within these areas based on Administrative Operational Standards, Nursing Administrative Standards, Human Resource Standards and Standards of Care for the unit, in
collaboration with other members of the management team.
Key Accountabilities / Competencies
1. Actively participates in appropri! ate Department and Hospital committees and ensures that unit p! ersonnel are involved in this process as appropriate.
2. Assesses need for and assists in implementation of staff development programs to enhance professional growth of personnel.
3. Assumes administrative responsibilities for the provision of services on designated shift in collaboration with other members of the management team.
4. Assumes responsibility for resolving and/or channeling employee grievances according to appropriate procedures.
5. Communicates appropriately with other members of the health care team to promote continuity of care. Collaborates with preceptors and new employees, and facilitates new employees in becoming part of the team.
6. Communicates directly with the director/manager on unit and staff performance issues needing attention.
7. Demonstrates sound knowledge base in nursing practice and its clinical application to the patient population served in the unit, including the operation of equipmen! t, and policy and procedures used in the delivery of patient care in the unit.
8. Displays initiative to see processes through to completion and offers assistance without being asked.
9. Ensures implementation of operational standards which promote the maintenance of patient rights including, but not limited to: informed consent, clarification of patient expectations, explanation of treatment processes, maintenance of confidentiality of patient information, maintenance of patient privacy
by minimizing exposure during all procedures, adaptation of care to all ages of patients served, ethical consideration, handling of patient complaints, ensures all LPN staff's patient records reflect an admission assessments & care plan performed by RN.
10. Ensures repair and maintenance problems are reported promptly. Ensures all quality checks are conducted within given time frame, to include but not limited to refrigerator/freezer temperatures, crash c! art, blanket warmer checks and other unit specific quality checks are c! ompleted as assigned.
11. Ensures that Departmental mission and objectives are maintained for the unit with interpretation of these objectives to staff as necessary. Coordinates Departmental activities with responsibility for the assessment of the quality and efficiency of these activities. Assesses multiplicity of patient care and Department service needs to coordinate assignment of nursing staff to meet all required services on the unit on designated shift.
12. Facilitates ongoing performance improvement activities which correlate to the Hospital-wide Performance Improvement Program with involvement of all levels of staff on designated shift as appropriate.
13. Follows up and ensures completion of patient treatment, tests and procedures. Ensures all medication discrepancies are resolved prior to leaving the shift.
14. Formulates staff schedule along with the Department Director.
15. Maintains awareness of current developments a! nd trends in nursing practice.
16. Maintains communication with other members of the management team regarding potential/actual problems or concerns, and with Medical Staff issues. Assists with establishing and maintaining communication channels with Medical Staff and other departments in the Hospital.
17. Maintains effective utilization and maintenance of manpower, equipment, and supplies.
18. Maintains own professional growth through appropriate organizations, workshops, seminars, and other educational endeavors.
19. Makes assignments for the present or following shift to provide for smooth transition and ensures appropriate assignments throughout shift to cover changing patient needs and staff availability due to absences, breaks, etc.
20. Monitors and maintains high standards regarding patient care and oversees compliance with core measures on applicable patients.
21. Organizes, coordinates and facilitates the delive! ry of patient care activities throughout the shift, assists with bed as! signments, discharge planning, census, and support completion of physician's orders. Communicates directly with the director/manager on unit and staff performance issues needed attention.
22. Participates in cost containment programs as applicable to services provided.
23. Provides direct and ongoing supervision of staff with regard to conflict resolution and personnel policy compliance, including input and/or completion of performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
24. Rounds on patients during the shift.
25. Self-assigns patients and functions as necessary based on patient needs and available resources on unit.
26. Supervises personnel providing direct patient care, with delegation of activities based on patient care needs and competencies of available patient care staff.
27. Teaches, supervises and serves as a resource for staff, assists with clinical procedures as needed.
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If you were eligible ! to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to MountainStar Healthcare.
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This position starts available on: Thu, 19 Sep 2013 08:47:40 GMT