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Job Description Summary:

Supervise the smooth and efficient operation of the department and assist in the provision of quality health care to patients. Under the direction of the Director or the Assistant Director of Nursing, proactively coordinates patient care activities and ensures the nursing process is carried out by demonstrating professional and clinical leadership.

Responsibilities And Duties:

1. Perform the major duties of staff as required per departmental structure.

2. Organize the workflow, prioritize, assign duties and monitor outcome for quality and quantity within the department. Seek and incorporate physician input regarding operations of the department .

3. Oversee the ordering, receiving and storage of supplies/equipment.

4. Write, review and update policies and procedures on a regular basis and as needed for all departments under his/her supervision.

5. Act as a liaison with employees and supervisors from other departments to promote problem solving and improve interdepartmental operations.

6. Review incident reports initiated with the department s and take follow-up action as indicated.

7. Schedule and conduct departmental meetings on a regular basis to convey items of interest, interpret departmental and Company policies and procedures, etc. , as well as to seek input and feedback from employees. Maintain attendance records for departmental meetings.

8. Identify educational needs within the department and assist in developing learning experiences to meet those needs.

9. Participates in interview, selection, and recommendation for hire process and oversees training of new employees for their areas.

10. Review and approve employee time cards and all time-out requests. Maintain accurate records of employee's time out.

11. Arrange office coverage as needed for employee absences using department employees if at all possible

12. Conduct timely employee evaluations, initiate any necessary disciplinary action, recommend bonuses and pay adjustments.

13. Assist in the development of departmental budget; monitor and report utilization of personnel and supplies.

14. Plan for future departmental needs i.e., staffing, equipment, supplies, budget, and space requirements.

15. Participate in required or recommended Company meetings for employees and/or supervisors.

16. Exhibit interest in personal continuing education to improve clinical and/or management skills.

17. Serve on standing or ad hoc committees as requested or as time and interest permits.

18. Meet with and report to Director or Assistant Director of Nursing on regular basis to share information, ideas, concerns, etc.

19. May be required to travel to off site locations.

20. Maintain confidentiality of all current and former patients and medical records as required by HIPAA regulations and company policy.

21. Perform any other duties necessary in the operation of the departments and/or Company.

22. Complete required HealthStream courses.

Other Job Functions 1. Thoughtful of others, gentle, courteous, patient, neat, well-groomed, healthy, friendly, average intelligence, good memory and tactful. Should have ability to organize his/her time and possess the skills to multitask. 2. Must be able to communicate effectively and tactfully with others within the Company and especially with the public and patients. 3. Must be of good moral character and have a pleasing personality. Must practice basic rules of personal hygiene and appearance as outline in the Company Dress Code policy. 4. Possess the tact, patience and kindness required to deal with patients who are ill and may have functional problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities 1. Assists the Director/Assistant Director of Nursing with the overall supervision of nursing staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's Degree: Nursing (Required)LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - National Council of State Boards of Nursing

Additional Job Description:

LPN licensed in the State of Ohio, without restrictions. Motivated, self directed individual with a well integrated personality. Poised, professional appearance. Effective communication and interpersonal relations. Must possess a current card verifying CPR Certification or will need to become certified within the first 120 days. Ability to operate, including but not limited to, computer, FAX machine, copier, and multi line phone. Must have two years of office or supervisory Experience and minimum of four years of general nursing Experience . Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs.

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

PCP Northfield

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OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment