Nursing Supervisor (AD) - Part Time - Nights vary upon need - 8pm - 8am
About us: For the past 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted name in the community, striving for excellence and delivering professional and compassionate care. Our dedicated staff of approximately 475 employees has a heart for healthcare and realizes how precious the gift of good health can be.
Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care hospital located in Toccoa, Georgia. We are nestled in the beautiful foothills of Northeast Georgia where our family-oriented community offers many cultural and civic opportunities as well as numerous outdoor activities.
Stephens County Hospital is a member of the Georgia Hospital Association, American Hospital Association and Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, the nation’s premier healthcare monitoring agency.
Nursing Supervisor (AD) - Part Time - Nights vary upon need - 8pm - 8am
The Assistant Director is a professional nurse responsible for the coordination and supervision of nursing units on an assigned shift. The assistant Director is responsible in the absence of a department manager, the Director of Nursing Services or the Hospital Administrator. Performs staffing adjustments for clinical nursing units. Retrieves medications from Pharmacy and other supplies from Materials Management and Central Sterile Department. Makes frequent rounds on units and assists as needed. Handles patient complaints and reports up to manager as needed. Compiles shift reports as directed.
Education:
Minimum of BSN preferred
Licensure/ Certification:
Current Georgia RN License.
BLS and ACLS Required
ACLS provider certification preferred (within 90 days); certification in specialty area preferred.
The Assistant Director provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients of the indicated ages:
Infants (Newborn to One Year) Adolescent (Ten to 18 Years)
Toddlers (Two to Four Years) Adult (19 to 69 Years)
Child (Five to Nine Years) Geriatric (70 and Above)
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Extends courtesy and demonstrates cooperation while communicating with others
• Gives a concise, pertinent report to the oncoming AD or Nurse Manager at the change of shifts
• Utilizes effective communication skills with patient, families, Charge Nurse, Medical Staff, Director, peers and Nurse Managers in a pleasant positive manner
• Accepts suggestions and criticisms and whenever necessary undertakes to change personal behavior or seek further guidance
• Effectively leads and directs activities of others in a positive manner
• Supports the philosophy, policies and procedures of the Division of Nursing
• Demonstrates skill in supervising subordinates in performing their duties
• Provides input into staff evaluations and goal setting
• Assists with orientation
• Counsels personnel and documents as needed during the shift
• Participates on committees
• Participates and responds to code blue calls
• Assumes responsibility in external disaster as assigned
• Assumes responsibility in internal disaster situations as assigned
• Contributes to the overall management of the Nursing department
• Provides input for budget development
• Assists in development and monitoring of QI program and participates in program
• Provides input for goal setting and assists in achievement
• Obtains supplies from Purchasing and CSR after hours
• Obtains medical records from record room after hours
• Assures that census is correct
• Accepts accountability for own actions
• Displays positive attitude toward institution, profession and departments
• Channels frustration/concerns appropriately
• Encourages others to succeed
• Participates in department and hospital activities
• Encourages others to pursue health careers
• Supports change within institution
• Maintains membership in a professional nursing organization
• Exhibits awareness of current issues affecting nursing and health care
• Demonstrates competency in clinical skills and knowledge pertinent to the practice and education of the Registered Nurse
• Assesses emergency or life threatening clinical situations appropriately
• Demonstrates knowledge of drug used
• Identifies and reports adverse drug reactions per policy
• Demonstrates proper use of IV equipment and technique
AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Infant (Newborn-One Year)
• Provides protective environment; does not leave unattended.
• Assesses and interprets data relative to patient’s age.
• Involves parents in administration and planning of care.
• Evaluates for age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms.
• Determines and documents head circumference.
• Evaluates and documents for signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
• Determines and documents immunization status.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to cues that indicate infant is overstressed and initiates appropriate soothing measures.
• Prepares and administers medications based on weight, age and sensitivity.
• Provides equipment specific to patient’s age and size.
• Assesses nutritional status according to age; intervenes if appropriate.
Toddler (2 to 4 Years)
• Assesses and interprets data relative to patient’s age.
• Involves parents in administration and planning of care.
• Evaluates for age appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms.
• Evaluates and documents for signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
• Determines and documents immunization status.
• Prepares and administers medications based on weight, age and sensitivity.
• Involves child in own care when possible.
• Recognizes comprehension level and verbal ability.
• Speaks and plays with the toddler to effectively reduce stress.
• Provides equipment specific to patient’s age and size.
• Assesses nutritional status according to patient’s age; intervenes if appropriate.
Child (5 to 9 Years)
• Assesses and interprets data relative to patient’s age.
• Involves parents in administration and planning of care.
• Evaluates for age appropriate behavior motor skills and physiological norms.
• Evaluates and documents for sign/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
• Determines and documents immunization status.
• Prepares and administers medications based on weight, age and sensitivity.
• Provides equipment specific to patient’s age and size.
• Recognizes child’s need to exercise some control.
• Provides for privacy.
• Assesses for non-verbal needs for support.
• Keeps an explanation short, simple, and logical while using correct terminology.
• Anticipates possible need for homebound education.
• Recognizes the child’s need for independence and potential for being attracted to dangerous situations.
• Assesses nutritional status according to age; intervenes if appropriate.
Adolescent (10 to 18 Years)
• Assesses and interprets data relative to patient’s age.
• Evaluates for age appropriate behavior, skills and physiological norms.
• Evaluates and documents for signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
• Determines and documents immunization status.
• Prepares and administers medication based on weight, age and sensitivity.
• Provides equipment specific to patient’s age and size.
• Involves patient in decision making and planning for care and teaching.
• Allows for privacy and anticipates fear of embarrassment.
• Uses proper medical terminology.
• Allows adolescent to maintain control and realizes there may be resistance.
• Encourages questions regarding “fears”.
• Evaluates self-care abilities/limitations and identifies need for additional safety measures.
• Assesses nutritional status according to age; intervenes if appropriate.
Adult (19 to 69)
• Evaluates self-care abilities/limitations and identifies need for additional safety measures.
• Assesses and interprets data relative to patient’s age.
• Evaluates and documents for signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
• Prepares and administers medication based on weight, age and sensitivity.
• Provides equipment specific to size of patient.
• Involves patient in planning of care and educational needs.
• Recognizes anxiety regarding potential changes in lifestyle resulting from illness.
• Addresses patient appropriately.
• Explains procedures using correct terminology.
• Recognizes patient’s level of psychosocial development and modifies interventions accordingly.
• Provides for patient’s privacy.
• Respects patient’s right to refuse treatment.
• Assesses nutritional status according to age; intervenes if appropriate.
Geriatric (70 Years and Older)
• Evaluates self-care abilities/limitations and identifies need for additional safety measures.
• Evaluates and documents for signs/symptoms of abuse and neglect.
• Assesses and interprets data relative to patient’s age.
• Prepares and administers medications based on weight, age and sensitivity.
• Provides equipment specific to size of patient.
• Recognizes anxiety regarding potential changes in lifestyle resulting from illness.
• Addresses patient appropriately.
• Explains procedures using correct terminology.
• Provides for patient privacy.
• Respects patient’s right to refuse treatment.
• Recognizes patient’s level of psychosocial development and modifies interactions accordingly.
• Assesses for limiting conditions (vision, hearing, elimination, etc.).
• Implements skin integrity and/or risk to fall protocols.
• Provides for patient warmth due to decreased heat regulation.
• Allows patient to discuss thoughts and plans related to death and dying.
• Assesses nutritional status according to age; intervenes if appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to compile, code and categorize, or verify information/data
•Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Non-Essential Functions:
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Professional Requirements:
• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.
Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
• May need to stand for up to 2-8 hours at a time
• Physically demanding, high stress environment
Must be able to lift 10 pounds or more
Stephens County Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, carrier status or any other legally protected status.
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marie.culver@stephenscountyhospital.com
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