Nurse Unit Supervisor: Lead Patient Care Team

ochsner; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner in Meridian, Mississippi, seeks a Supervisor of Care to lead nursing staff and coordinate patient care on the unit. You will supervise licensed nurses and technicians, evaluate interventions, and support staff development while aligning with clinical guidelines.

The role requires BSN or higher and RN licensure with 1+ year of RN or 2+ years LPN experience in acute care, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess medical needs and plan care.
• Self-directed and proactive.
• Proficient with computers, software, and web apps.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure with professionalism.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and quality indicators.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and initiates IVs with the care team.
• Organizes and supervises coordinated patient care on the unit.
• Supervises and evaluates assigned nursing staff and technicians.
• Promotes evidence-based nursing protocols and guidelines.
• Manages staffing and scheduling to ensure safe patient care.
• Collaborates with leadership to resolve clinical and operational issues.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and quality metrics.

Skills

Problem-solving

Patient assessment

Self-directed

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Stress tolerance

Computer literacy

Education

BSN

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Ochsner in Meridian, Mississippi, seeks a Supervisor of Care to lead nursing staff and coordinate patient care on the unit. You will supervise licensed nurses and technicians, evaluate interventions, and support staff development while aligning with clinical guidelines.

The role requires BSN or higher and RN licensure with 1+ year of RN or 2+ years LPN experience in acute care, along with strong leadership and communication skills.