Supervise and coordinate unit operations/activities on a specific shift to ensure quality patient care and optimal operational efficiency that ensures continuity of care. Maintain authority for resource allocation. Assist Nurse Manager and/or supervisor in the management of patient. Supervise the work of RNs, and non-licensed members of the nursing staff.
Required Skills
Skills
- Possesses critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
- Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
- Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
Required Experience
Work Experience
- One year of hospital based acute care experience.
License/Registration/Certification
- BLS and PALS
- Current RN License to practice in the State of Texas
- Obtains ANCC certification in practice specialty within 3 years.
Education and Training
- Associate Degree in Nursing required. Meets unit-specific education and/or certification requirements.