ICC Nursing Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY

Supervises and provides leadership for inpatient staff. Assists in the education and evaluation of inpatient staff. Acts as the Inpatient Unit Director in his/her absence. As a member of the treatment team, assists in planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of quality and age-appropriate care on the ICC. This includes the preparation of nursing care plans and provision of care to clients on the ICC.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Promotes cost containment related to client supplies, budget resources and personnel. Purchases appropriate supplies when needed and/or oversees purchases made by designee.

• Responsible for administrative and/or management functions for the Inpatient Care Center (i.e. acuity and census monitoring, evaluation and monitoring of incident reports, etc.).

• Participates in relevant committees to assist in agency-wide projects. Takes initiative to help solve agency-wide issues.

• Researches, develops and implements improvements to policies and procedures in accordance with guidelines provided by CMS, CARF, DMHA and the CDC.

• Completes necessary paperwork accurately and efficiently in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

CLIENT CARE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meets all expectations provided under the Registered Nurse position description.

• Oversees the provision of care for all clients on the Inpatient Care Center. Evaluates and improves treatment plans and nursing care plans.

• Participates in treatment team meetings.

• Coordinates the activities of the ICC, including interactions with outside agencies and/or staff members from other departments within PSS.

• Evaluates the results of client care.

• Assists in problem-solving and addressing client complaints.

• Initiates and oversees the development/implementation of recovery-based and trauma-informed care for clients on the ICC and monitors the quality of such programs in accordance with agency goals and objectives and external regulatory agencies' standards.

• Monitors and evaluates program systems and processes.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

STAFF SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the provision of leadership, supervision and communication that supports the departmental and organizational mission, and is in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

• Provides effective regular supervision to Charge Nurses, Staff Nurses, LPNs and other support employees including Psychiatric Technicians.

• Acquires and maintains adequate levels of qualified staff to meet the needs of programs and services.

• Identifies, recruits, interviews and hires employees as directed and needed.

• Plans, assigns and directs work.

• Prepares schedules to ensure adequate coverage is available on each shift.

• Serves as acting Director for the ICC in that person's absence.

• Appraises performance, rewards and disciplines employees, addresses complaints and resolves problems in a timely manner.

• Initiates employee disciplinary proceeding when needed with the approval of the Director of Acute Intensive Services. Carries out reprimands and terminations in consultation with the Director of Acute Intensive Services.

• Provides overall training to all program staff, as well as Porter-Starke Services staff, as requested. Training includes agency policies and procedures, infection control, special procedures and any other necessary topics. Monitors compliance of staff with policy and procedure and trainings.

• Works positively toward maintaining the motivation and morale of staff.

• Fosters an environment where staff will advance to further levels of competency.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Customer Service: Provides high-quality customer service by meeting and exceeding the expectations and requirements of internal and external clients; understands our customer's needs and uses this information to prioritize what the organization must do to fulfill them.

• Quality of Work: Consistently demonstrates competency in all aspects of the position, including a strong commitment to ethical practice; completes work with integrity in an efficient and effective manner; develops and contributes ideas to enhance the quality of service provided in the department and organization.

• Quantity of Work: Meets or exceeds established work deadlines; uses time and resources appropriately; meets production goals and objectives.

• Compliance: Adheres to department and organizational policies and procedures; keeps current knowledge of compliance standards and regulations; timely, accurately and thoroughly completes required documentation.

• Job Knowledge: Possesses the abilities, skills and knowledge to effectively perform the job responsibilities, duties and procedure; receptive to learning new skills; participates in on-going training and professional development.

• Risk Management: Consistently observes prescribed safety rules and practices; corrects or reports all hazards that may cause an accident; follows established work procedures for assigned tasks.

• Attendance/Punctuality: Meets or exceeds punctuality and attendance requirements; practices proper call-off procedures and informs others of absences.

• Teamwork: Establishes positive working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, clients and the public; willingly accepts assignments; cooperates with others towards common objectives; volunteers for organizational and community activities and projects.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of three years' experience required.
• Mental heath and/or supervisory experience is preferred.

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

• Current Indiana license as a Registered Nurse is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, hear, sit, stand, speak and walk.

• The employee must occasionally climb, reach, stoop, crouch, handle and kneel when filing or copying.
• The employee is occasionally required to handle, lift, carry, push or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus are required.
• Ability to administer Therapeutic holds.
• Ability to assist clients to their seat without assistance.

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