Description

Position Summary:

Oversees the Nursing Department staffing in collaboration with the Chief Nursing Officer. Ensures the department is staffed safely and according to the needs of the milieu.

Position Responsibilities:

Clinical / Technical Skills (40% of performance review)

• Is responsible to ensure the adequate number and mix of staff are scheduled to provide a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Schedules and communicates the nursing schedule to the nursing department employees per established guidelines such as every 4-6 weeks. The process of communicating the schedule may include simply positing the schedule in pre-determined locations or sending via email to all nursing department employees.
• Completes and posts daily nursing staffing sheets so oncoming nursing employees know which units to report to for their shift.
• Monitors the schedules of the new employees and ensures their on unit orientation with a preceptor is scheduled and communicated to the new employee. Additionally, monitors and communicates with Nursing leadership once a new employee is ready to be schedule independently.
• Oversees/assists employee with the HRIS system for missed punches and unit/departmental transfers.
• Works collaboratively with the CNO and other nurse leaders the use of PTO for nursing department employees.
• Monitors and report time and attendance of nursing employees to the CNO.
• Works to develop a schedule and coverage that meets the established requirements minimizing the use of overtime or incentive pay.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Safety (15% of performance review)

• Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members
• Follows all safety rules while on the job.
• Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly.
• Corrects minor safety hazards.
• Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
• Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety.
• Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

Teamwork (15% of performance review)

• Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team.
• Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing as required
• Demonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
• Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication.
• Adheres to the Standards of Behavior

Integrity (15% of performance review)

• Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital
• Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.
• Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence.
• Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources.
• Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadership
• Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.
• Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.

Compassion (15% of performance review)

• Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients.
• Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping hand
• Desire to go above and beyond for others
• Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences

Qualifications

Education

• Required: High School Diploma. CPR and hospital-selected de-escalation technique certification.
• Preferred: Associate degree
• Maintains education and development appropriate for position

Experience

• Required: Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
• Preferred: A minimum of 1 (one) year experience in staffing a nursing department or similar role.