Nurse Supervisor - Night Shift

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 101,211 - 168,886; Full time

Job summary

The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital, operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, seeks an experienced RN to serve as Night Nurse Supervisor for the night shift (11 PM–7 AM), a 40‑hour full‑time position in Boston. The role provides direct and indirect supervision of nursing staff, coordinates care, manages staffing and overtime, and ensures compliance with Joint Commission standards.

Applicants must hold an active RN license in Massachusetts and demonstrate leadership, CPR/ALCS, and

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RN license in Massachusetts and have leadership and supervisory experience.
• Experience with performance improvement and accordance with Joint Commission standards.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage staffing on night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supervise evening shift staff and coordinate with Nurse Manager on performance reviews.
• Act as liaison for hospital services and external agencies; participate in admin meetings.
• Manage staffing, authorize overtime, oversee reporting and staff education participation.
• Lead medical emergencies and ensure proper documentation; maintain staffing based on census.
• Address emergencies, admissions, records, equipment and supply needs; ensure culturally sensitive care.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication

CPR & ACLS

Code Blue/RRTs

Staffing & overtime management

Policy compliance

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Massachusetts licensure

Job description

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Job Description - Nurse Supervisor - Night Shift (2600054L)

Job Description

Description

The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking an experienced and dynamic registered nurse to serve as dedicated Night Nurse Supervisor for the safe and effective provision of nursing care. The Registered Nurse IV Night Supervisor provides direct and indirect supervision over care and treatment of patients from the community, DPH, DOC, DMH, and DDS in accordance with hospital policies and practices on night shift. The incumbent coordinates intra and interdepartmental activities and performs related duties as directed.

Hours: 11PM-7AM Night Shift (40 Hours). Full-Time Position.

Incumbents work every other weekend day, and days off are assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Supervise evening shift staff, collaborating with the Nurse Manager on performance reviews.
• Act as a liaison for hospital services and external agencies.
• Attend administrative meetings and communicate updates to staff.
• Manage staffing, authorize overtime, and oversee fiscal reporting.
• Ensure staff participation in educational programs.
• Address emergencies, admissions, records, equipment repair, and medical supply needs.
• Oversee IV/Phlebotomy activities and provide culturally sensitive care.
• Serve as a Meditech super user in the absence of the Informatics Specialist.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels based on census and acuity.
• Act as patient advocate, handling complaints and logistical adjustments.
• Lead medical emergencies (Code Blue/RRTs) and ensure proper documentation.
• Apply collective bargaining policies related to staffing.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong leadership and supervisory abilities.
• Clear, professional communication and accurate reporting.
• Ability to motivate staff and remain calm under pressure.
• Experience leading performance improvement programs per Joint Commission standards.
• Proficiency in CPR and advanced life‑saving measures.
• Skilled in observation, interviews, and record analysis.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and agency policies.
• Ability to implement interventions for special client populations.
• Understanding of supervisory principles and practices.
• Capacity to build positive relationships across diverse social, ethnic, and economic groups.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Apply principles and practices of health care administration.
• Explain laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing unit activities.
• Interact positively with individuals from diverse social, ethnic, and religious backgrounds.
• Understand laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards governing agency and unit activities.

About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital:

Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital’s services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost‑effective care from a staff that respects their dignity.

Located in the heart of Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients.

The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients. In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness.

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, http://www.mass.gov

ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full‑time, or equivalent part‑time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

I. A Graduate degree with a major in Nursing may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.* No substitutions will be allowed for the required (B) experience.

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements for all levels in series:Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.*

*Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination. Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non‑management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range

Benefits

• When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID‑19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID‑19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affinity Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title : Registered Nurse IV

Job

Medical Services

Agency

Department of Public Health

Schedule

Full‑time

Shift

Night

Salary

101,211.50 - 168,886.38 Yearly

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