What are the responsibilities and job description for the (RN) House Supervisor - 139886 position at University of California San Diego Health System?
#139886 (RN) House Supervisor
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Will be required to work at all locations to include Hillcrest, La Jolla and East Campus.
DESCRIPTION
UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the “gold standard” for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.
Inpatient Nursing Shift House Supervisor has responsibility for nursing activities on shift. Serves as administrative resource person for hospital administration and nursing administration throughout shift. Serves as clinical resource person and provides clinical support for all areas of inpatient nursing during shift. Collaborates with nurse managers and charge nurses in planning on-shift and incoming shift staffing.
The House Supervisor is responsible for all bed flow throughout the health system, they have a dual role of also working in the transfer center bringing in transfers from OSH and interfacility between our three campuses. Additionally, the House Supervisor is the onsite admin during off hours.
The House Supervisor hires new employees, screens applications, interviews candidates. Prepares and conducts annual performance appraisals. Trains and assigns work to new and existing employees within the department. Makes recommendations concerning merit increases and classification reviews. Performs disciplinary action, up to dismissal, in consultation with HR/LR. Represents the department or organization in grievance hearing, administrative review process, or arbitration.
The House Supervisor leads quality of care activities as appropriate to the individual's position, education and practice environment; safety programs; advocates and adheres to the ANA code of ethics for nurses; supports and promotes evidence based practice teams; identifies nursing sensitive indicators at the unit level; supports and directs data collection; demonstrates adherence and promotion of customer service improvement activities in all patient, family and staff interactions; assures currency in licensure and annual mandated regulatory competencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
BSN required.
Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of California.
Current BART/ART or BLS/CPR and/or ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
Five (5 ) or more years of relevant experience, including at least three (3) years of recent working RN experience in an acute care environment.
Must have demonstrated leadership experience in an acute care setting. Strong decision making, problem solving and prioritizing skills.
Proven hospital management skills, with progressive expertise in patient care services.
Knowledge to manage disaster incidents, sentinel events and ability to problem solve with critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated knowledge of The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation regulations.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and to quickly assess moderately-complex problems to develop potential solutions.
Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal andcommunication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients.
Must have excellent skills to communicate and influence effectively with all levels of staff,physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MSN
- Clinical area specialty certification or Nursing Administration Certification.
- Recent ED, ICU and/or NP experience.
- Lean Six Sigma training.
- Recent or current RN experience at UC San Diego Health.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.
- Must be available to work overtime as needed.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $132,600 - $259,800 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $63.51 - $124.43
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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Salary : $132,600 - $259,800