House Supervisor

House SupervisorThis is a part time position. Two - 12 hours shifts a week or 48 hours a pay period with rotating weekends and holidays. Hours: 7:00am to 7:00pmJob SummaryThe House Supervisor has the responsibility of overseeing the day to day operations of the organization and accountability of those actions after normal business hours.

The House Supervisor provides leadership and guidance to the employees in the absence of the department leaders. Provides oversite in accordance with the mission, vision and values of the organization.Essential Functions and DutiesFunctions within the scope of practice as defined by respective certification/licenseDemonstrates Caring, Professionalism, and Respect (cPr); conscious of the needs of others; offers assistance when necessary and provides service with a sense of compassion and empathyMaintains an environment that preserves individual dignity and respect for privacy and confidentialityAcknowledges and respects cultural, generational, socio-economical, and educational diversities and interacts professionallyInteracts with patients and families according to age and developmental levelsAccountable for maintaining an attitude and behavior that is in accordance with the hospital mission, vision and valuesFosters and maintains a safe workplaceAssist and maintain a comfortable and therapeutic environmentPromotes harmonious relationships among the healthcare teamDemonstrates flexibility to adapt to regulatory, organizational, and departmental changesDemonstrates an ability to prioritize, organize and perform under stressful/non-stressful situationsConscious of the needs of others; offers assistance when necessary and provides service with a sense of compassion and empathyInteracts appropriately with the age and developmental levels of internal and external customersSustains self-motivation for professional and personal growthAccountable for maintaining an attitude and behavior that exhibits pride in your work and the organizationRemains knowledgeable of and responsible for job duties while maintaining poise in a variety of situationsMaintains professional appearance in accordance with dress code policy; considers the effects of appearance on customer expectations and needs of specific job environmentMaintain self-motivation and productivity utilizing effective time management skillsAbility to communicate effectively through written and verbal skillsProvides seamless handoff communications with the healthcare team, patients, employees, visitors and vendorsDuties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms adjustments to work assignments as necessary to achieve efficient and effective unit operationAddresses and resolves customer complaints and/or concerns independently whenever possible.Implements Chain of Command when necessaryAdheres to organizational policies and proceduresAdheres to time and attendance requirementsSuccessfully completes organizational and departmental orientation and/or mandatory annual training, competencies, and in-servicesCompletes annual employee health requirementsDemonstrates participation in organizational, nursing, and departmental communications, which include but are not limited to unit meetings, intranet, and emailsAssists in control of organization resourcesParticipates and promotes activities regarding quality and process improvementDelegates appropriately according to skill levelAnticipates, requests, and accepts assistance from othersAdheres to Infection Prevention Plan and policiesAssesses and maintains department specific equipment and productsSupervisors Duties and ResponsibilitiesAccountable for supervising hospital operation, routine departmental patient care activities, department personnel, staff development and disciplineAccountable for budgeting and monitoring department equipment, capital, FTEs and suppliesDemonstrates management skills that fosters a unified team work environment within the departmentImprove departmental/processes through best practices.Monitor the progression of operational goalsParticipates and promotes activities regarding quality improvement, team participation, mandatory inservices, training and departmental unit meetings or other activities as requiredFunctions as patient advocate by collaborating with physicians, nursing and ancillary services, communicating patient needs and wishes to physician and/or other members of the healthcare team and communicates Plan of Care to patient and familyCommunicates effectively with physicians, nursing and ancillary staff, coworkers, patients and families on a need-to-know basisParticipates in hospital wide and departmental performance improvement activitiesPosition QualificationsRegistered Nurse – BSN requiredMSN preferredCurrent licensure in the State of Illinois as a Registered NurseCurrent CPR certificationCurrent ACLS ccertification or within 3 month of hire dateMinimum of 5 years of nursing leadership experience, management experience preferredComputer literate. Computer literacy content focuses on computer basics and the use of generic software applications such as word processing, presentation software, and the use of electronic communication such as email.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to use critical thinking skillsStrong leadership skills relative to motivation and decision makingAbility to problem solve effectivelyPreferred Skills and AbilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteBudgeting experience, if applicablePDCA experience, if applicablePhysical DemandsSit or stand for a prolonged period of timeRegularly exposed to body fluids with the risk of bloodborne pathogens or airborne pathogensMust be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (mask, gown, gloves) when required.Able to lift 25 pounds from floor to waist using proper body mechanicsAble to transfer or position clients greater than 50 pounds with assistance or assistive devicesRequesting assistance is expectedRequired in positioning and moving clients and medical equipment.

Pushing required performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)Considerable twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching during many aspects of clients care (bathing, making beds, setting up and monitoring medical equipment)Able to use one or both hands for grasping, pushing/pulling and fine maculation to perform proceduresAble to feel vibrations, temperature changes and pulsesNear acuity: clarity of vision at 20 inches or less; with 20/40 vision or better with or without correction.Far acuity: clarity of vision at 20 feet or more; with 20/40 vision or better with or without correctionAble to accurately read labels and prepare medications. Read written communication and monitor medical equipment findings.Ability to adapt to continually changing environmentAble to accept constructive criticism and accept own limitsEmotional and mental stability needed to maintain a therapeutic relationship with clients, families and health team members.Must be able to hear a forced whisper at 5 ft.