Nursing Supervisor - Med Surg

HonorHealth; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus Available

Job summary

HonorHealth's John C Lincoln location in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced RN for the Medical/Surgical Unit-5E/W with a Day shift to support stroke care services. This role requires 1+ year RN experience, BSN, and AZ RN license; sign-on bonus available.

You will supervise staff, coordinate patient care, and collaborate with physicians to implement the plan of care. Responsibilities include teaching patients and families, ensuring policy compliance, participating in quality improvement, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) is required.
• Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Arizona.
• Direct care for stroke patients requires stroke-specific education.

Responsibilities

• Oversees staff onboarding, evaluates performance, coaches and develops employees while ensuring quality care and budget stewardship.
• Coordinates patient care and collaborates with physicians to implement the medical plan of care.
• Provides direct patient care and teaches patients and families about illness, home care, and recovery.
• Participates in policy revisions, quality improvement, and unit goals.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing process

Staff coaching

Collaboration

Education

BSN from NLN/CCNE

Arizona RN license

Stroke education requirements addendum

Job description

Primary City/State: John C Lincoln - 250 E Dunlap Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020

Category: Skilled Nursing

Shift: Day

Department: Medical/Surgical Unit-5E/W-Trauma Care

Sign on Bonus Available

1+ years experience required

Great care starts with great people. (Like you.)

At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most - caring for the health and well‑being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.

JOB SUMMARY

Supervises, assesses, plans, coordinates facilitates, and evaluates patient care and staff development; determines and maintains unit or program needs and standards (using nursing process and evidence -based information). Assumes responsibility and accountability for incorporating the vision, values, mission, and critical goals of the organization into their job performance. Assists the Clinical Director, in the management of the unit’s assigned staff and patient population. Will provide direct patient care according to needs of the unit/program and collaborates with physicians in executing the medical plan of care.

All RN staff who have direct responsibility for the care of stroke patients must have knowledge of:

• Stroke symptoms and warning signs
• Protocols and pathways used to identify, evaluate and management of stroke patients
• NIHSS
• Stroke Alert activation and protocol
• Stroke quality indicatorsAvailable stroke patient education materials and community resources
• Educational requirements
• Stroke Center website resources

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the staff and ensure adequate patient care, inclusive of hiring/onboarding, evaluating, managing performance, coaching, and developing employees ensuring employee productivity, quality of work, and alignment of goals with our mission, vision, and values. Establishes a care plan or contributes to an existing plan, including administering medication, checking of dosages, and avoiding interactions; starting, maintaining, and discontinuing intravenous (IV) lines for fluid, medication, blood, and blood products; administering therapies and treatments; observing the patient and recording those observations; and consulting with physicians and other healthcare clinicians. Ensure compliance with all policies, financial stewardship by being accountable for the financial integrity around development and maintenance of department budget.
• Serves as a resource to others, including staff, patients, families, caregivers, physicians, and visitors to improve the patients experience, clinical outcomes and promote a healthy work environment. Teaches patients and their families how to manage their illnesses or injuries, explain post-treatment and home care needs; diet, nutrition, and exercise programs; and self‑administration of medication and therapy. Facilitates inter/intra departmental collaboration, communications and promotes problem solving. Participates in policy revisions and committees applicable to department. Participates in the creation, implementation, and follow-up of goals and action planning related to unit.
• Contributes to the recruitment and retention of talented staff through positive role‑modeling, fostering peer relationships, staff education, and participating in preceptor and/or mentor programs thereby creating an environment for quality practice. Coordinates educational and professional activities as they relate to department/unit needs.
• Regularly rounds with physicians, patients, or families to facilitate quality practice and improve the patient experience. Utilizes the nursing process and evidence-based practice to provide patient care and evaluate the patient's plan of care. Initiates and supports quality improvement initiatives and utilizes resources effectively and efficiently.
• Directs staff in the application of the nursing process. Provides direction, coordinates patients care, promotes, and enhances independent functioning among employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Bachelors Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN, BScN) from an accredited NLN/CCNE institution Required
• Other / Certificate Legally licensed to work as a registered nurse in the State of Arizona. Required
• Other / Certificate All staff who have direct responsibility for the care of stroke patients, please refer to the addendum for stroke specific education requirements. Required

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years, Registered Nurse (RN) Required
• 3 years, Registered Nurse (RN) Preferred

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) - Certification, Basic Life Support BLS Healthcare Provider Training Course Required
• Registered Nurse (RN) - License, State Licensure And/Or Compact State Licensure State Licensure Required
• Must obtain a certification in their respective area of expertise within 1 year of hire or promotion date for magnet standards. 1 Year Required

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