NURSING SUPERVISOR

The RN/LPN is responsible and accountable for insuring direct provision of high level patient services within the scope of Nursing practice as outlined by the Virginia Nurse Practice Act, and for insuring this same accountability and responsibility among the LPN’s and Medical Assistants. Assures accurate inventory of medical supplies is maintained; assists in the selection of division equipment and supplies. Assures staff ability to perform nursing procedures as directed by the clinician according to the guidelines in the Nursing Procedure Manual. Assures quality assurance and control. Participates in the continuing educational process, and is responsible for providing in service opportunities for nursing staff. Assures the efficient flow of patients Assumes responsibility for ER situations until MD arrives. Assures triage orientation and triage program development are carried out Oversees yearly employee TB screening, and maintains immunization and TB screening status of employees. Oversees orientation of new nursing staff. Participates in and attends Middle Management meetings Promotes a team-based patient-centered medical practice model through leadership and practice. Communicates with administrative and provider staff to ensure nursing staff efforts are supporting the model. Dedication to detail and accuracy. Respect for patient confidentiality. Pleasant, patient and uderstanding; flexible. Ability to communicate ideas clearly. Team member skills. Management skills. Should have experience with or knowledge of medical office systems, supplies and equipment. Experience in emergency room and community nursing preferred. Demonstrates clinical competence.

Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses. Licensed by the Virginia State Board of Nursing. At least 2 years of general patient care experience as a Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse manager, preferred. Current CPR certification.