Clinical Supervisor - Emergency Department

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN seeks an acute care supervisor to lead nursing operations in the Emergency Department. You will oversee staffing, coordinate patient care transitions, and partner with physicians and teams to uphold quality metrics and safe, efficient care.

The role requires a BSN or BAN, at least two years of ED experience (including charge and triage), and current RN licensure. Strong leadership, communication, and adherence to standards are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN or BAN degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years RN experience; ED experience with charge and triage preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership experience.
• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment; BCLS certification maintained.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day ED nursing operations, ensuring appropriate staffing and guidance to maintain high-quality patient care.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, hospital policies, and accreditation standards.
• Oversee performance review of registered nurses and patient care support staff.
• Act as liaison between nursing staff, physicians, patients, and families to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Emergency Department experience

Education

BSN or BAN from an accredited school or college of nursing

Job description

Education Qualifications:

The acute care supervisor will perform responsibilities under the direction of accountable nurse leadership. Assess, direct, manage and evaluate the delivery of nursing care and patient support services to achieve a specified standard of care and quality metrics for a designated patient population. Ensures streamlined patient care delivery systems, which promote smooth patient transitions across the continuum. Responsible for effective fiscal and operational management and maintains optimum patient care unit systems, including staffing, scheduling, resource allocation, and communication. This position collaborates in the development and achievement of unit goals and performance improvement activities. Works with the accountable manager to ensure staff orientation, education, development and evaluations are completed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage day-to-day nursing operations ensuring appropriate staffing levels, delegating tasks, and providing guidance to maintain high-quality patient care
• Ensure that the unit adheres to healthcare regulations, hospital policies, and accreditation standards, while promoting best practices for patient safety and care quality
• Overseeing and managing performance and evaluation of registered nurses and patient care support staff
• Act as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, patients and families, ensuring clear communication and collaboration to optimize patient outcomes

Required:

• BSN or BAN from an accredited school or college of nursing upon hire
• A minimum of two years of Emergency Department experience, including charge and triage roles, is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership experience.
• Minimum of 2 years previous RN experience

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Required:

• Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment
• Basic cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within1 month