Registered Nurse (RN) House Supervisor

Lifepoint Health Careers; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital, operated in partnership with Lifepoint Health, seeks a House Supervisor to oversee nursing staff and ensure high-quality psychiatric and general care. The role involves staff scheduling, education, discipline, and direct patient care during night shifts within a joint venture environment.

Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree, prior psychiatric facility experience, BLS certification, and willingness to complete de-escalation training within 30 days; must

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.
• BLS certification and de-escalation training within 30 days.
• Must be at least 21 years of age. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities of staff in all CCD and nursing areas and assist with scheduling, education and discipline of staff when needed.
• Involved in direct patient care, education and training, and participation in departmental and hospital meetings as assigned.
• Reviews documentation and works with staff to ensure that documentation is timely, accurate and complete.
• May serve as a working RN and personally executes nursing care duties to ensure quality patient care and proper execution of the treatment plan.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Patient care

Education

Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing

BLS certification

Job description

Schedule: Nights

Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Byjoining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Mercy Behavioral Health is a joint venture owned and operated by Mercy Health and Lifepoint Health. With two of the most prominent names in healthcare joining forces, we are confidently executing the opening of a new hospital with seasoned professionals and plentiful resources. We take pride in being a place employees want to work, as well as eagerly pursue quality outcomes for patients and families alike.

How you'll contribute

The House Supervisor assists the administration staff in overseeing and assisting all staff in all functions to ensure the provision of quality general and psychiatric care to patients suffering from substance abuse or psychiatric disorders. Oversee the day to day activities of staff in all CCD and nursing area and assists the department managers with scheduling, education and discipline of staff when needed. Involved in direct patient care, education and training, and participation in departmental and hospitals meetings as assigned. Reviews documentation and works with staff to ensure that documentation is timely, accurate and complete. The House Supervisor may also serve as a working RN and routinely personally executes nursing care duties to ensure quality patient care and proper execution and documentation of the treatment plan.

AHouse Supervisorwho excels in this role:

• Manages scheduling and staffing of nursing department. Ensures appropriate coverage of shifts. Minimizes use of agency staff and overtime. Approves or denies appropriately the use of time off by staff.
• Monitors staff attendance, keeping accurate records of tardiness, absences, and staff leaving early or staying late. Assists DON in the execution of payroll.
• Provides back up nursing and/or intake assistance for patients. Assists patients with their requests and needs. Provides patients with information. Acts as patient advocate.
• Oversees the entire hospital operation during the time which administration is not present. Oversees performance, maintains schedules, and completes education and coaching when necessary.
• Completes evaluations and delivers disciplines within nursing department in a professional and timely manner.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand New Facility: Opportunity to work in a brand-new, state of the art hospital with cutting edge equipment and technology.

What we're looking for

Applicants should possess:

• Education: Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required.
• Experience: Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred. Experience in patient assessments, family motivations, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities.
• Additional Requirements: BLS certification and de-escalation training within 30 days. Must be at least 21 years of age. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Behavioral Health Hospitalis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Behavioral Health Hospitalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.