RN Lead Skilled Nursing Nights

LaFollette Medical Center; La Follette (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LaFollette Medical Center in Tennessee seeks a Supervisor of Nursing Services to provide leadership, direction, and coordination of nursing care in the assigned department. This role oversees clinical and operational activities to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

The supervisor manages nursing staff, resources, schedules, and performance, supports quality improvement and regulatory compliance, and collaborates with leadership to enhance service delivery and learning

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• 1–2 years of related experience in the profession.
• 1–2 years of previous leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily clinical and operational activities of the nursing department to ensure efficient workflow and high standards of care.
• Promotes safety and quality by monitoring patient care, initiating improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Manages resources, including staff, supplies, equipment, and budgeting, to optimize patient care and minimize waste.
• Leads quality improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance efforts in collaboration with leadership.
• Participates in training, supervision, and performance evaluations of staff; coordinates with clinical affiliate students as applicable.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem-solving

Regulatory knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis tools

Education

Associate Degree or higher

Job description

Job Summary

Supervisor, Nursing Services provides leadership, direction, and coordination of nursing care in the assigned department. This role oversees clinical and operational activities, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care. The Supervisor is responsible for managing nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment, and supporting continuous quality improvement and regulatory compliance.

Essential Functions

Manages the daily clinical and operational activities of the nursing department, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to established care standards. Promotes a culture of safety and quality by monitoring patient care, initiating improvements, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Ensures that nursing staff have the necessary resources, information, and support to deliver high-quality patient care. Conducts quality assurance reviews, evaluates performance data, and implements changes to improve patient outcomes and department efficiency. Manages clinical resources, including supplies, equipment, and personnel, to optimize patient care and minimize waste. Leads and participates in continuous quality improvement initiatives, supporting organizational goals and regulatory standards. Oversees the integration and supervision of clinical affiliate students, ensuring compliance with educational agreements and fostering a learning environment. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

Supervision and Staff Management

Supervises, trains, and oversees departmental staff. Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with Manager or Director on staffing issues. Assists with and contributes to performance evaluations and goal setting.

Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight

Assists in managing departmental budget ensuring cost-effective operations while maintain high quality service. Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services. May contribute to evaluation and implementation of new technologies to enhance operational efficiency. May contribute to development of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance

Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May participate in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable. Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.

Collaboration and Communication

Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery. Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.

Staff Responsibilities

May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher preferred
• 1-2 years of related experience in the profession required
• 1-2 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required