House Supervisor/Clinical Resource Nurse

Job Description

The BCH Oakland Hospital Supervisor/Clinical Resource Nurse is recognized as an administrative leader and clinical resource who continually seeks to improve patient care delivery through problem solving on a broad level. Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a leader of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams, and facilitates critical thinking of staff in carrying out established nursing procedures and addressing patient care issues. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to provide optimal care. Demonstrates investment in the overall goals of the inpatient units and the organization. Provides nursing care to critical care patients and assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

5 years of full-time acute inpatient Pediatric RN experience in an academic medical centerBSNDemonstrated skills to effectively supervise clinicians and to manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with a patient care unit.In depth knowledge of patient care clinical standards and care delivery, systems, external regulations and internal policies.Provides input to decision-makers on human resources matters.Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and develop and apply effective solutions.Strong interpersonal skills for effective information exchange and problem solving with all levels of management and staff, consultants and outside agencies.Strong written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to train and mentor subordinates, to convey complex clinical and technical information in a clear and concise manner.Prepares and presents a variety of reports, documentation, analyses, and project proposals.Knowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in nursing units or departments.Demonstrated effectiveness in the charge nurse role and/or through mentoring/staff development or committee work.Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position

Preferred Qualifications

2-5 years of inpatient House Supervisor experienceKnowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in nursing units or departments.Strong knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources matters and performance, and to provide input to decision-making on human resources matters.Master's Degree