Nurse House Supervisor Nights

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Nurse Supervisor for the 12-hour night shift. The role oversees nursing staff, coordinates unit operations, and ensures safe, evidence-based care for high-risk patients.

The incumbent will lead staffing, interviewing, hiring, coaching, and evaluations; support management of patient care plans and interdisciplinary collaboration. Requires ADN (BSN preferred), Iowa RN license, BLS, ACLS, and 3+ years nursing with supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience; 1 year in supervisory role.
• Current Iowa RN license; BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts and weekend coverage.

Responsibilities

• Directs nursing staff and coordinates unit operations.
• Oversees staffing, interviewing, hiring, coaching, and evaluations.
• Ensures safe, evidence-based patient care for high-risk cases.
• Communicates with physicians, patients, families, and departments.
• Maintains compliance with regulations and Trinity Health policies.

Skills

RN leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Scheduling software

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

Eligible for weekend and night shift differentials.

SCHEDULE:

• 1900-0730
• Every other Weekend

POSITION PURPOSE

Directly supervises one or morecolleagues;assistsmanager with managerial responsibilities including scheduling, interviewing, hiring,coachingand counseling,evaluations; has multiple shift responsibilities.The RN Supervisor mayalsowork as a RN whoprovides and directs safe,effectiveand culturally competent care forhigh risk, critically acute patients with actual or potential life-threatening conditions.Through evidence-based practice, the RN Supervisor utilizes critical thinking to assess, plan, implementand evaluate outcome-based care of patients.Supervises and coordinates care provided to patients by the LPN, Patient CareAssistantsand other nursing team members.Facilitates communication with physicians,patientand family, otherdepartmentsand/or team members. Adheres to MercyOne’s performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related dutiesin accordance withthe Mission,Visionand Values ofMercyOne.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develops andmaintainsdepartmental staffing plan for all departments supervised, detailingappropriate employeeclassifications and qualifications consistent with the department’s operational plan, projected volumes, patient/acuityand other relevant indicators.

Participates in human resource planning providing recommendations for staffing, proactiverecruitmentand long-term needs. Assures compliance with staffing plan.

Manages daily unit/department operations, unit/department personnel, and interdepartmental activities.

Provides orientation/education for staff and students to ensure assigned patients havea positive care experience.

Monitors and reviews staff performance, completes annual performance appraisals, and handles disciplinary action when warranted.

Directs staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care.

Administers nursing care to patients; includes assessment, planning,implementingand evaluating the patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician.

Provides input on interviewing andhiring ofpersonnel for the department.

Completes requisitions as needed for staff replacements, and other Workday maintenance tasks.

Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements needed for employees’ files and patients’ records.

Administers all policies and procedures that guide and support the assigned services. These include, but are not limited to, JC requirements, safety, federal and state regulations, regulatory standards,etc

Serves as a resource, mentor, and role model in delivering patient care using a team approach.

Facilitates communication between patient/family,physiciansand other caregivers to achieve consensus for the plan of care.Consultswith the Ethics Committee asappropriate.

Understandsemployee competency documentation requirements.

Leads and promotes evidence-based practice and research among unit leaders and staff.

Ensuresevidence-based practices are in place.

Leads quality improvement activities including performance improvement processes tofacilitateclinical practice changes.

Promotes best practice implementation on unit.

Plans unit and nursing resourceutilizationbased on established admission,dischargeand transfer criteria,initiatingappropriate interventionand collaboration tooptimizepatient care and unit/department operations.

Identifiesand communicates staff needs for continuing education to the Manager.

Serves as a resource or “Super User” for documentation in the electronic medical record.

Leads orparticipatesin interdisciplinary patient rounds and care conferences, management rounding to patients and staff, and Rounding to Influence (Safety First).

Reviewstimecards.

Leads or delegates daily huddles andmaintainshuddle boards.

Assistsnursing and interdisciplinary team in patient/family education and discharge planning.

Assumes 24-hour accountability during periods when the manager is on vacation or leave of absence.

Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.

Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and proceduresin order toensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

As aMercyOneTrinity Health Leader, the incumbent is expected todemonstrateleadership traits which support our Mission Statement and Core Values asidentifiedbelow:

Mission Statement:

We,MercyOneTrinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Core Values:

• Reverence: Wehonor the sacredness and dignity of every person.

• Commitment to Those who are Poor: We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.

• Safety : We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

• Justice: Wefoster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.

• Stewardship: Wehonor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human,financialand natural resources entrusted to our care.

• Integrity: We are faithful to those we say we are.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degreerequired,BSN preferred.
• Minimum3years nursingexperience; 1 year experience in critical carerequired.Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Current Iowa RNlicense,(current IL license if working in IL).
• BLS.
• ACLS.
• Mandatory Reporter.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire
• High language, intermediate to high math, high critical thinking ability.
• Basic computer skillsrequired.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability.
• Ability to lead/direct others in a high stress situation/environment.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.