RESPONSIBILITIES
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Supervisor is responsible for daily operations of the nursing unit, and supervisions and support of personnel and patients. Includes administrative duties, and may include hands-on clinical duties and responsibilities. Assists in setting the standard of care in the department, consistent with the mission, vision and philosophy of Queen's North Hawaii Community Hospital (QNHCH).
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Ensures operations and functions are in compliance with regulatory requirements and the policies and procedures of the Hospital.
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Participates in the administrative and operational management of unit(s) and area(s) assigned
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Serves as the manager of the department/unit in the absence of the Manager as assigned.
II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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Finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking.
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Frequent: sitting, standing, walking, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods.
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Occasional: stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, lifting and carrying usual weight of one pound up to five pounds, reaching above, at and below shoulder level
III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
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Subjected to noise/vibrations from intercoms, telephones and monitors.
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Exposure to body fluids and communicable diseases.
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Frequently works on multiple tasks and priorities at one time.
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
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Current Hawaii State license as Registered Nurse.
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Associates degree in Nursing.
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Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
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Depending upon area of assignment, specialty certification/training may be required.
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Current BLS certification.
B. EXPERIENCE:
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet
