Supv Nursing

Job Requirements

The Nursing Supervisor is an experienced Registered Nurse who is, for the duration of a shift, with primary responsibility of maintaining standars established at the unit and divisional level by the nurse manager, and with the authority to modify those standards if in the best interest of the hospital's customers. The supervisor provides nursing administrative coverage in the absence of the managers and directors of nursing, and the hospital's administrative coverage in the absence of administration at a higher level. The supervisor has direct access to support service resources essential to nursing and patient care when the issue requires immediate attention.

Has delegated line authority for nursing associates for the duration of the shift for issues requiring immediate attention.

Mission

The mission of Baltimore Washington Medical Center is to provide the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Working Conditions

WOrks inside. may be exposed to bodily fluids. Exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials requiring the observation of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practiced. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

Physical Requirements

Work is heavy. Requires close attention to many details. Standing, walking, and ascending/descending stairs is required 3/5 hours/day, 0-3 hours sitting, bending, lifting and reaching required up to and in excess of one hundred (100) pounds, in accordance with Safe Patient Lifting Policy. Requires hearing and visual acuity 5-8 hours/day.

Work Experience

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited nursing education program approved by the Board of Nursing or found by the Board to be substantially equivalent to the programs in Maryland

BSN degree preferred.

Curren registration with the MD State Board of Nursing

Five (5) years of progressive experience in hospital nursing and proven administrative/leadership ability required.