Registered Nurse (RN) - House Supervisor
LifePoint Hospitals
Danville, VA

RN - House Supervisor

RN (Registered Nurse) - House Supervisor - Days (7a-7p) $30,000 Sign-on Bonus Eligible SOVAH Danville Position Summary: Provides supervisory coverage for the Nursing Departments, other patient care areas and the hospital in general, during assigned shifts and/or after hours. Assists physicians and staff in assigning admission status serves as a reference and resources person for staff, patient and family, coordinates patient care with other departments. * Assesses the acuity of care required by the patients and implements staffing plan for shift based on patient acuity, patient census and available staff. * Leads patient care team on designated shift; completes leadership rounds; assesses patient care requirements on each unit, makes patient/room/bed assignments when on duty. * Serves as a resource to staff for solving clinical problems and as a resource in identifying and/or solving administrative/operational problems. * Provides for follow-up, documentation and communication of incidents to appropriate manager/director and reports significant incidents and problems to the administrator-on-call. * Responsible for staff discipline while on duty; monitors staff members (work performance) output, offering solutions to improve performance. * Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth. * Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols. Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants. Where We Are: From our beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville offers big city amenities with quaint, small-town charm. We are home to a thriving arts and entertainment scene, numerous local restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast recreational opportunities. Why Choose Us: * Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees * Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees * Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance * Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants * Professional development, Growth opportunities, and Mentor-based training * And much more… Minimum Qualifications: * Graduate of a Program in Professional Nursing required * Bachelor's degree preferred * Previous two (2) year's of experience in acute care hospital setting required * Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. * Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. * Requires flexibility in scheduling and ability to work all shift patterns including weekends and holidays to ensure continuity of care and appropriateness of nursing coverage to the patients of Sovah Health Danville. * Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association required * Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association required or must be obtained within six (6) months of hire * Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) American Heart Association preferred * Registered Nurse from the Virginia Board of Nursing or compact State required EEOC Statement: SOVAH Health - Danville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran