Administrative Supervisor

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Administrative Supervisor is accountable for ensuring the effective and timely provision of patient care for assigned shift. Function as Administrator-in-Charge during the shift for all Hospital employees. Resolve operational difficulties that cross-departmental or functional lines, and provides operational direction to shift supervisory, clinical and administrative personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assume accountability for all operations relating to patient care during the shift. Functions as a liaison among all areas of the hospital and provides administrative direction. Interprets and enforces institutional wide policies, procedures and standards.
• Assure that adequate staffing resources are available within Patient Care Services in accordance with approved staffing plans.
• Ensure quality patient care by monitoring clinical performance and maintaining nursing standards through effective teamwork.
• Identify operational problems and emergency situations and initiates actions and consults with appropriate personnel.
• Actively participate in committees and professional development activities.
• Respond to requests for patient care equipment and supplies in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires sophisticated troubleshooting, clinical and interpersonal skills in order to successfully deal with constant operational decisions, as well as dealing with people of diverse goals and professional language.
• Ability to work in an environment that includes exposure to all patient elements i.e., bloodborne pathogens, physical requirements: lifting and pulling of patients, transporting patients on stretchers and in wheelchairs, standing and walking.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with at least three years of progressively more responsible management experience, and a minimum of three years clinical experience.
• Master's in Nursing, Hospital Administration or related field from an accredited school preferred.
• Registration and current Connecticut license.
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures.
• Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.