Covenant Health

Job Title
SUPV NURSING UNIT
ID
4219902
Facility
LeConte Medical Center
Department Name
MEDICAL UNIT

Overview

LeConteMedicalCenterLOGO-2019

Nursing Supervisor, Medical Unit

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

 

LeConte Medical Center is a part of Covenant Health, our region’s top-performing healthcare network and is a 79-bed community hospital located in the heart of Sevier County. We’re a full-service, not-for-profit hospital delivering modern medicine and compassionate care to the growing Sevier County community. LeConte offers a full range of health services, including top-tier specialists, a modern ER, and a beautiful Women’s Center. Learn more about our amazing facility at https://www.lecontemedicalcenter.com/about-leconte-medical-center/

 

As you’d expect, we offer our employees a robust benefits package, including:

  • unmatched medical insurance,
  • tuition reimbursement;
  • student loan repayment assistance,
  • certification bonuses;
  • leadership and professional development programs;
  • an employer-matched 401(k); and
  • a generous Combined Time Off (CTO) program. RN, Regred Nurse, Nurse 

 

Position Summary: 

Assists Nurse Manager with the delivery of high quality nursing care and administrative management of the Nursing unit. Fulfills all duties and responsibilities associated with the Nurse Supervisor position.

 

Recruiter: Jennifer Lawless || jlawles2@covhlth.com || 423-492-5011

Responsibilities

  • Assists in selection, training, orienting, developing and evaluating the performance of the department staff.
  • Supports established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement initiatives, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Works with manager to ensure compliance with the Joint Commission standards, federal and state guidelines, and nursing standards and practices.
  • Maintains operational reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
  • Assists with coordination and reporting of nursing activities performed on behalf of the patient.
  • Attends meetings and actively participates on nursing committees and interdisciplinary committees, as assigned by Nurse Manager.
  • Establishes and maintains communication between the nursing unit, medical staff and ancillary departments for the purposes of problem solving and quality improvement. Utilizes appropriate lines of communication within the facility.
  • Assists with establishment and implementation of unit goals and objectives are in alignment with the facility and system.
  • Supervises, institutes, and evaluates nursing interventions and documentation.
  • Works collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure patient care is timely, efficient, and effective.
  • Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
  • Facilitates professional development of staff.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by Nurse Manager or other senior leaders.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Graduate of accredited nursing program required; possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field preferred (required within 3 years in position or effective date of job description).

 

Minimum Experience:

Three (3) years’ of recent clinical experience. Leadership experience preferred.

 

Licensure Requirement: 

Current TN state registered nurse license. CPR required. ACLS and BLS preferred.

RN license

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