Nursing Operations Supervisor: Bed & Throughput Lead

WVU Medicine; Weirton (WV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Weirton Medical Center is seeking a House Supervisor-Nursing to continuously monitor patient flow and coordinate bed assignments while managing staff to ensure efficient hospital operations. The role requires WV license as RN, BLS certification within 30 days, five years of nursing experience, and the ability to make large-scale administrative decisions, especially during emergencies.

You will collaborate with unit directors, resolve staffing issues, and participate in performance

Qualifications

• Current license to practice Registered Professional Nursing in West Virginia.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
• Five (5) years' nursing experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Specialty certification in nursing administration or specialty.

Responsibilities

• Using available data, make administrative decisions regarding complex situations affecting the hospital and bed coordination.
• Initiate actions in emergencies and keep supervisor informed.
• Manage public relations matters regarding media inquiries.
• Assist staff to resolve problems impacting patient care and collaborate with department leadership.
• Provide current bed status to ED physician, Med-Com, and MARS for expeditious transfers.
• Coordinate transfers from outside facilities and ED using clinical expertise for patient placement.
• Assess unit activity during rounds and advise the unit Charge Nurse on staffing or care concerns.
• Resolve staff performance issues and guide appropriate re-assignments.
• Report unit activities affecting staffing and assist in staffing plans.

Skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Education

Registered Nurse license (West Virginia)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

WVU Medicine Weirton Medical Center is seeking a House Supervisor-Nursing to continuously monitor patient flow and coordinate bed assignments while managing staff to ensure efficient hospital operations. The role requires WV license as RN, BLS certification within 30 days, five years of nursing experience, and the ability to make large-scale administrative decisions, especially during emergencies.

You will collaborate with unit directors, resolve staffing issues, and participate in performance