Pool Administrator on Duty

Tampa General Hospital-Citrus; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital-Citrus seeks a Pool Administrator on Duty to oversee hospital operations on a designated shift, collaborate with nursing leadership, and ensure continuous patient care. The role emphasizes staffing, patient flow, and timely communication with physicians and staff.

Required qualifications include an Associate’s Degree in Nursing, RN licensure with BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS. Prior supervisory experience is essential for this leadership position.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure and current Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Experience supervising nursing staff is required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all hospital functions during the designated shift to ensure care continuity.
• Confer with nursing staff, physicians, and other personnel to meet patient needs and keep operations efficient.
• Inform the on-call hospital administrator of significant issues requiring attention.
• Supervise nursing division staffing in the absence of Nurse Managers.
• Monitor census and adjust staffing, room assignments, and resources as needed.
• Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to ensure bedside shift reporting and hourly rounding on units.
• Ensure hourly rounding is performed to address patient concerns and improve satisfaction.
• Provide leadership during emergencies and coordinate cross-department responses.
• Monitor quality and safety standards and address deviations from protocol.
• Lead the nursing division in the absence of Nurse Managers to maintain patient care standards.

Skills

EMR navigation

English communication

Crisis management

Safety protocols

Nurse supervision

Patient flow

Education

Associate’s Degree 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.