Nursing Supervisor/Staff Development

Department

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - 558384

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

Pay Grade

Job Description

This position is responsible for developing and applying evidenced based nursing practice standards to achieve optimal patient outcomes. This RN oversees evidence-based, individualized, effective care to patients and families in an environment of clinical excellence. The development, planning, presentation and evaluation of educational activities within areas of expertise will be fostered through the development of competencies in the learner. This RN will actively support Shared Governance/Unit Based Councils and professional practice activities to achieve departmental and overall organizational goals. This RN will collaborate with departmental managers to develop orientation plans for new employees in clinical departments including development and maintenance of weekly orientation objectives and monitoring of each employee's progress. Supports house wide professional practice education programs such as nursing assessment, preceptor classes, shared governance and professional practice ladder. Understands PI principles and oversees process improvement and risk management issues. This RN will also serve to enhance staff retention by role modeling professional practice. This position is also accountable for oversight of patient care delivery during assigned weekend shifts. This RN makes rounds to all departments, collaborates with charge personnel and staff to solve clinical and staffing issues, addresses and documents practice variations and staff non-compliance to HR policies. Nursing metrics are assessed and staff coached/mentored to improve outcomes when deficits are identified. This RN will initiate and/or follow up the Utilization Review process for each patient. This RN also serves as a patient advocate, communicates with support departments as appropriate to resolve issues. Following the chain of command, communicates appropriate issues to AOC, Nursing Leadership, and Ancillary Departments. This is a safety sensitive position.

Education

Bachelors Nursing (BSN) required

Masters Nursing (MSN) preferred

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Experience

Preferably five years RN experience with six months demonstrated in leadership responsibilities

Certification & Licensures

West Virginia Nursing License Current required.

BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) AHA - American Heart Association approved Required within 30 days.

PEARS or PALS required within 120 days.

Qualifications

Knowledgeable in the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological stages of human growth and development. Competent to provide assessment, care and treatment appropriate to the age group of patients served.

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Grade

137

Physical Demands

20 A Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Patient Care Tech.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.