House Supervisor
Newport-VT-05855-United States
Who we Are:
Nestled into the most northern part of Vermont, North Country Hospital is a community-focused 25 bed critical access hospital, where we prioritize the well-being of our neighbors. North Country Hospital is more than just a healthcare provider; we are a vital part of the community, working together to build a healthier future. Our patient’s health is our priority, and we go above and beyond to care in every way possible.
Position Statement
The house supervisor works collaboratively with all departments for efficient patient throughput, safe staffing levels and skill mix.
Key Responsibilities:
- Reviews census and acuity of nursing units with nurse leader to ensure unit areas staffed with appropriate mix to support current census. Verifies staffing needs.
- Utilizes InterQual to determine if the appropriate level of care is assigned to each patient.
- Arranges ambulance transport for timely patient transfers.
- Collaborates with Utilization Review to assure compliance with Critical Access Hospital (CAH) procedures.
- Assists with making phone calls to the appropriate entities when there is a patient death.
- Resource for all staff and providers during critical patient situations.
- Leads debriefs with staff after a traumatic situation or event.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Associate Science in Nursing degree or higher.
- Active Vermont license.
- 2-3 years staff nurse experience required.
- Basic life support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
- Willingness to obtain additional certifications in neonatal and pediatric populations.
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