Pool Administrator on Duty

Tampa General Hospital; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital, Inc. seeks a Pool Administrator on Duty to oversee hospital operations during a designated shift, coordinating with nursing staff, physicians, and other departments to ensure continuous patient care.

The role includes managing nursing staffing in the absence of Nurse Managers, monitoring census, and leading bedside reporting and hourly rounding to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing is required.
• Registered Nurse license required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Experience in a supervisory role (e.g., Charge Nurse) for at least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hospital functions during the designated shift to ensure continuity of care.
• Coordinate with nursing staff, physicians and departments to meet patient needs and ensure efficient operations.
• Inform the on-call hospital administrator of significant situations.
• Manage nursing division staffing in the absence of Nurse Managers.
• Monitor census and adjust staffing, room assignments, and resources as needed.
• Ensure bedside shift reporting and hourly rounding on each unit.

Skills

EMR navigation

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Equipment/tools

Office equipment

PPE gloves

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Description - Pool Administrator on Duty (260004GU)

Job Description

Pool Administrator on Duty - (260004GU)

Description

The Administrator on Duty is responsible for overseeing hospital functions on a designated shift. Confers with the nursing staff, physician and other department personnel as necessary to meet the overall needs of patients. Informs the hospital administrator on call of any situation that may require attention. Manages staffing to provide continuity of professional nursing care. Is responsible for staffing in the nursing division when Nurse Managers are not on duty. Monitors hospital census closely and makes adjustments on an as‑needed basis. Collaborates with Nursing Leadership to ensure that bedside shift reporting is being completed on each unit, as well as hourly rounding by hospital staff.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for managing and overseeing all hospital functions during the designated shift, ensuring continuity of care and smooth operations.
• Confer regularly with nursing staff, physicians, and other hospital personnel to ensure patient needs are being met and that all hospital functions are running efficiently.
• Inform the hospital administrator on call of any significant situations that may require attention or action during the shift.
• Oversee staffing levels within the nursing division, adjusting personnel as necessary to provide adequate care and coverage, particularly in the absence of Nurse Managers.
• Closely monitor the hospital census and make adjustments to staffing, room assignments, or other resources as needed to address patient flow and care needs.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to ensure that bedside shift reporting is being completed effectively on each unit for improved patient handovers and care continuity.
• Ensure that hospital staff are conducting hourly rounding on patients to address concerns and improve patient satisfaction.
• Provide leadership and support during emergency situations, coordinating efforts across departments to ensure a rapid and effective response.
• Monitor and uphold quality assurance and safety standards during the shift, addressing any deviations from protocol promptly.
• Assume leadership responsibilities for the nursing division in the absence of Nurse Managers, ensuring that care is delivered consistently and in line with hospital standards.

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Nursing

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse
• BLS (Basic Life Support )
• ACLS (Advanced cardiac life support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Experience Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in Clinical Nursing.
• Experience in a supervisory capacity, such as Charge Nurse position minimum of one year.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to navigate in EMR and other
• Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment
• Equipment, Machines and Tools used
• General office equipment: Calculator, Fax, Photocopier, Computer
• Required protection equipment: Sterile medical gloves.