Nursing Supervisor

Rmchospital; Franklinton (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Medical Center in Franklinton, LA is seeking a Nursing Supervisor to oversee nursing services and ensure safe, high‑quality patient care across the hospital. This role provides clinical leadership, mentoring, and oversight of daily operations for Nursing Services and Ancillary Departments, promoting professionalism and patient‑centered care.

You will plan, direct, and evaluate nursing care, ensure policy and regulatory compliance, and foster collaboration among physicians, nurses, and

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana RN license required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum two years clinical nursing experience required.
• Minimum six months in an Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit required.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead a team.
• Positive attitude with commitment to patient care and staff support.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and evaluate nursing care to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Provide leadership and support to nursing staff and assist with daily operations across patient care departments.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and standards of care.
• Serve as a clinical resource and support for Nursing Services and Ancillary Departments.
• Monitor patient care activities and address operational or clinical concerns as needed.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration among physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist with staffing coordination and resource management to support patient care needs.
• Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and leadership guidance.
• Observe professional ethics and maintain strict confidentiality of all patient, family, medical, financial, and employment information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and Riverside Medical Center policies.
• Follow accepted patient safety practices and hospital policies.
• Report safety hazards and initiate appropriate corrective action.
• Participate in required safety training and continuing education programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication

Decision-making

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Patient-centered care

Education

Louisiana RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Posting

Nursing Supervisor

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer

Status: Full-Time

About Riverside Medical Center

At Riverside Medical Center, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare. In partnership with our medical staff and community, we provide compassionate, ethical care through quality emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services. We value teamwork, confidentiality, continued learning, and ongoing improvement in our systems, services, and technology.

Position Summary

The Nursing Supervisor provides leadership and oversight for nursing services while ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care throughout the hospital. This role is responsible for planning, directing, supervising, and evaluating nursing care, as well as supporting the implementation of hospital policies, procedures, and standards across Nursing Services and Ancillary Departments. The Nursing Supervisor serves as a clinical leader, resource, and mentor for staff while promoting collaboration, professionalism, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Minimum of six months of experience in an Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit required.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work independently and function effectively as a leader and team member.
• Positive attitude with a commitment to excellent patient care and staff support.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and function effectively in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and evaluate nursing care to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Provide leadership and support to nursing staff and assist with daily operations across patient care departments.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and standards of care.
• Serve as a clinical resource and support for Nursing Services and Ancillary Departments.
• Monitor patient care activities and address operational or clinical concerns as needed.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration among physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist with staffing coordination and resource management to support patient care needs.
• Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and leadership guidance.
• Observe professional ethics and maintain strict confidentiality of all patient, family, medical, financial, and employment information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and -Riverside Medical Center policies.
• Follow accepted patient safety practices and hospital policies.
• Report safety hazards and initiate appropriate corrective action.
• Participate in required safety training and continuing education programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Why Riverside Medical Center?

Riverside Medical Center offers a supportive, team‑oriented environment focused on quality care, continued learning, and professional growth.

Additional Information

Position Type : Full Time

Shift : Night

Ref Code: 10/12BL

Comprehensive Healthcare in Franklinton, Louisiana

Riverside Medical Center provides comprehensive healthcare services for patients in Franklinton, Washington Parish, and surrounding communities in southeastern Louisiana. As a community hospital serving the area since 1966, Riverside Medical Center gives patients access to emergency care, inpatient services, diagnostic testing, surgery, rehabilitation, primary care and specialty medical services close to home. Our healthcare professionals are committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care for patients of all ages.

Patients who need immediate medical attention can turn to Riverside Medical Center for 24‑hour emergency services, with physicians, nurses, laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging available to evaluate and treat illnesses and injuries. The hospital also provides acute inpatient care, intensive care, swing bed services, and infusion services, helping patients receive appropriate care throughout different stages of treatment, recovery, and rehabilitation.

Diagnostic Imaging, Surgery and Rehabilitation Services

Riverside Medical Center offers a broad range of diagnostic and treatment services, including MRI, CT scans, X-rays, ultrasound, mammography, bone density testing, and other radiology services. Additional hospital services include general outpatient surgery, laboratory testing, cardiopulmonary services, cardiac rehabilitation, and nutritional counseling. Rehabilitation services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, providing coordinated support for patients recovering from surgery, injury, illness or other medical conditions.

In addition to hospital-based care, Riverside Medical Center operates a network of clinics serving Franklinton and Washington Parish. Patients can access family medicine, internal medicine, pediatric care, and surgical care, as well as routine health screenings, wellness services and school physicals. By combining hospital services, diagnostic capabilities, and local outpatient clinics, Riverside Medical Center helps make essential healthcare more convenient and accessible for families throughout the region.