Stepdown Nurse Supervisor - Night Lead for Excellent Care

Vanderbilt Health; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Clarksville, TN is seeking a Nurse Supervisor (Clinical Staff Leader) to oversee safe and effective patient care in the Stepdown Unit. You will provide leadership, staff supervision, and development, ensuring policy adherence, resource allocation and quality standards.

The role focuses on nights, supports an interdisciplinary team, and emphasizes continuous improvement in patient care and safety within a 21-bed telemetry unit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical consultation and support to Stepdown Unit staff, overseeing clinical quality efforts, including audits of protocols and surgical processes.
• Collaborates with the Stepdown Unit Manager/Director to maintain quality care standards as required by departmental protocols and regulatory agencies.
• Ensures availability and readiness of supplies, equipment and stock; addresses equipment needs, failures or inventory issues to minimize disruptions in patient care.
• Supports the professional development of staff by identifying learning needs, collaborating with the preceptor team and clinical educator and assisting with orientation and ongoing training.
• 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.
• Assists in managing departmental budget ensuring cost‑effective operations while maintain high quality service.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Clarksville, TN is seeking a Nurse Supervisor (Clinical Staff Leader) to oversee safe and effective patient care in the Stepdown Unit. You will provide leadership, staff supervision, and development, ensuring policy adherence, resource allocation and quality standards.

The role focuses on nights, supports an interdisciplinary team, and emphasizes continuous improvement in patient care and safety within a 21-bed telemetry unit.