Supervising Nurse I - Women and Children Services

University of California; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California is seeking a Supervising Nurse I to oversee patient care in Labor and Delivery and Maternal Infant Units. This full-time role involves performing nursing duties, supervising staff, and ensuring adherence to hospital policies. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills along with a valid RN license and have significant experience in acute care settings. Join a healthcare organization dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience as an acute care RN.
• At least 1 year of leadership/charge experience required.
• Possession of a valid Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Perform head-to-toe assessments on all patients.
• Coordinate and direct patient care including admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Model effective communication skills in interactions with healthcare team members.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Patient Care

Supervision

Assessment

Team Coordination

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a registered nurse

Job description

Home > Supervising Nurse I - Women and Children Services

Supervising Nurse I - Women and Children Services

Location :

1441 Constitution Blvd.

1441 Constitution Blvd. Salinas , CA 93906 United States

Job Posted Date :

Full-time Positions

Population :

Nursing

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Natividad is accepting applications for full time permanent Supervising Nurse I positions in the following units:

• Labor and Delivery
• Maternal Infant Unit

Supervising Nurses I perform the full range of first level nursing and administrative supervisory functions requiring a knowledge of basic supervision, as well as of the nursing techniques and procedures used in the care of the category of patients treated in the unit. Such positions enforce hospital and nursing policies and standards and apply principles and recognized practices of nursing in supervising and providing professional nursing care to inpatients.

SIGNIFICANT DUTIES

• Participate in three or more of the following: (1) Preceptorship, (2) Teaching In-services, (3) Development of Learning Aids, (4) Development and Review of Policy and Procedures, or (5) Serve on Hospital Committees
• Perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassess as per policy
• Assess patient pain level and initiates pain management plan per NMC policy
• Assess for sign and symptoms of abuse and assess educational needs of patient and patient support group
• Coordinate and direct patient care to ensure patients' needs are met and hospital policies are followed to include admission, transfer, and discharge
• Model effective communication skills, both verbal and written; interact with peers, physicians, other healthcare team members, patients, family and visitors in a safe effective and therapeutic manner. Uses SBAR to communicate with physicians, residents, and other nursing staff
• Provide direct patient care, evaluate outcomes, and recognize emergencies and consults with other specialists as required; adjust nursing care processes as indicated
• Interpret data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age-specific needs and provide care needed
• Assist the Nurse Director/Supervising Nurse with overseeing the work of nursing personnel and operational unit activities; develop a written plan of care; update as necessary for positive outcome
• Investigate and answer queries from physicians, patients and family about patient care; evaluate the effectiveness of the Quality Council; provide instruction as necessary
• Function as the charge nurse as assigned; documents in PCS including SOC
• Provide resource information to other staff; including precepting and/orientation to the unit

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

A combination of experience, education, and/or training which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills and abilities:Thorough Knowledge of:

• Current theory, principles, techniques and procedures used in professional nursing
• Medical terminology, medical instruments and equipment
• Routines typical to an acute-care hospital
• The uses and effects of medicines and narcotics
• Federal, State, Local laws and regulations and JCAHO standards that govern the nursing practice and delivery of health care
• Current treatments, drugs and equipment associated with area of specialization
• Advance theoretical concepts, principles, techniques and procedures used in professional nursing and health care
• Mode of action and effects of medicines and narcotics
• Advance treatments, drugs and equipment associated with an area of specialization
• Principles and practices of quality assurance
• Safety policies of quality assurance
• Safety policies and procedures related to nursing
• The various roles and responsibilities of nursing team members
• Basic supervision
• Nursing techniques and procedures used in the care of patients treated in the unit
• Facility policies and procedures.

Skill and Ability to:

• Perform the full range or registered nursing duties and responsibilities
• Plan and organize nursing plans for patients
• Prepare and maintain records and reports
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt and effective course of action
• Provide excellent customer service and establish and maintain an effective working relationship
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients and other hospital staff
• Perform Specialized and advance nursing tasks
• Utilize staff effectively in the conduct of patient care, studies and projects
• Review and edit written reports, policies and procedures, standards of care and quality and duties of the position
• Keep abreast of developments in area of nursing specialization
• Supervise the actions and activities of Staff Nurse I, Staff Nurse II, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Nursing Assistant, and Medical Unit Clerk.
• Demonstrate competency in all patient care skills specific to patients treated in the unit.
• Interact with physicians, nursing staff, ancillary staff, patients, and the public to resolve issues of concern and promote effective delivery care.

EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types of experience, education or training, typically:Education:Graduation from an accredited school of nursing as a registered nurseExperience:Minimum of two (2) year's nursing experience as an acute care registered nurse, in the specific area(s) of patient care relevant to the Labor and Delivery and/or Maternal Infant Unit, with at least one (1) year of leadership/charge experience

Job Requirements :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Licensure:Possession of a valid Registered Nurse license issued by the California Board of Nursing or the ability to obtain prior to start.(Please ensure that the name on your license either matches the name on your application or is indicated somewhere on your application, as all licenseswill be verified via primary source)

How to Apply :

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty/jobs/4962086/supervising-nurse-i-women-and-childrens-services

Natividad is a hospital and Level II Trauma Center dedicated to improving and inspiring healthy lives. As a public health care system, Natividad provides compassionate high-quality health care to everyone in Monterey County, regardless of their ability to pay or immigration status. Located in Salinas, California, and founded in 1886, Natividad offers a wide range of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, diagnostic and specialty medical care for adults and children.

Home to the area’s only Level II Trauma Center, the hospital’s specialized personnel, equipment and services provide a vital local community service that treats the most severe and critical injuries — saving lives and keeping patients close to home.

One of UCSF’s original affiliate residencies, Natividad is the only teaching hospital in Monterey County. Natividad’s Family Medicine Residency program provides full-spectrum training to prepare graduates to meet the needs of underserved communities. Nationally recognized as a model program, Natividad cultivates future family medicine leaders who will promote equity and advocate for our underserved patient population.

Natividad is fully accredited by The Joint Commission. Owned and operated by Monterey County, the 172-bed hospital is governed by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors, under the guidance of a Board of Trustees. Monterey County Health Department operates several outpatient care clinics at the medical center.