Nurse Supervisor

chfs; United States; On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

The Calloway County Health Department is seeking a nurse manager to oversee nursing programs across a multi-county area in a full-time capacity. The role focuses on planning, directing and organizing public health nursing services with emphasis on program leadership.

Requirements include six years in RN public health, two years in supervision, and an active Kentucky RN license (compact state acceptable). Substitutions by degree may apply under policy.

Qualifications

• Six (6) years of RN experience in public health, including supervisory duties.
• Active RN license in Kentucky or a compact state.
• Experience coordinating nursing services across multiple counties preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall management and guidance to nursing programs for assigned area.
• Interpret and facilitate program policies to ensure uniform delivery of nursing services.
• Supervise Nurse Supervisors, ensure adequate coverage, and participate in quality reviews.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Public health experience

Policy interpretation

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

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Pay Grade: Grade 24

Salary: $30.52 - $37.96 Hourly

Time Type: Full time

Health Department: Calloway County Health Department

Summary: Responsible for management functions, such as planning, directing and organizing several programs provided by the local health department serving a multi-county or other geographic area. Coordinates the local health department's programs of nursing services.

If you have any questions or would like any more information about this job posting please contact Corbie Orten at [e-mail].

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

CHARACTERISTICS OF A CLASS : ARE GENERAL STATEMENTS INDICATING THE LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND DISCRETION OF POSITIONS IN THAT JOB CLASSIFICATION. Under policy direction from the Director of Nurses and/or Public Health Director is responsible for management functions, such as planning, directing and organizing several programs provided by the local health department serving a multi-county or other geographic area. Coordinates the local health department's programs of nursing services. Supervises nurses and other staff as assigned. Limited amount of time is spent in direct client care due to the high percentage of time (app 80%) spent in management activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: (See Special Requirements)
• Experience: Six (6) years of Registered nurse (RN) experience in public health of which two (2) years include supervisory experience.

SUBSTITUTION CLAUSE

• Education: (N/A)
• Experience: BSN may substitute for four (4) years required experience. Master's Degree in Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Education or Public Health may substitute for the five (5) years of experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have RN license in Kentucky or compact state.

POST EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

(None)

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CLASSIFICATION

Provides basic nursing care on a very limited basis, as needed; provides overall management and guidance to the nursing programs for specifically assigned area/s; serves as an expert nursing resource person; interprets and facilitates programmatic policies and protocols to ensure uniform delivery of nursing services; anticipates potential problem situations and intervenes to offset any adverse impact, conveying specific problems to the Director of Nurses or Public Health Director; actively participates in policy development; assigns and oversees activities of the Nurse Supervisors; assures adequate coverage of services; actively participates in quality assurance and utilization reviews; prepares formal performance reports, as indicated, for local and state agencies; supervises staff training in nursing technique and procedures; completes performance evaluations for assigned staff.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND UNIQUE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is spent primarily inside the clinic or community setting.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

May be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check according to the agency's policies.

DATE CLASS ESTABLISHED

07-01-2007

DATE OF LAST REVISION

10-03-2022

DIVISION NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

THE LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, DISABILITY, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY, ANCESTRY OR VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS ARE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

OUR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D