The OB/Gyne supervisor manages nursing activities within the OB/gyne department and provides clinical expertise in the nursing process.
Manages daily nursing activities of Patient Care Department(s) in conjunction with patient care manager.
Performs essential job functions of direct reports.
Recommends and initiates various personnel actions including but not limited to hiring, performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and promotions; make work assignments and review and edit work of direct reports. Ensures staff members are adequately trained and are competent to perform all required job tasks.
Resolves work related issues, or assists employees in solving work related issues.
Participates in development, planning and monitoring of fiscal budget(s).
Assists in development and review of department policies, procedures, standing orders, and competencies.
Manage the daily operation and flow of the ambulatory obstetrical/ gynecological department.
Serve as a role model for professional conduct and excellent patient care.
Provide education to providers, staff, patients/ families in the ambulatory clinic setting.
Ensure that high quality patient care is being provided by nursing and other medical support staff through monitoring, educating, mentoring, and modeling.
Ensure that the department is in compliance with DNV and Magnet standards
Direct the work force in terms of overall staffing for vacations, medical leaves, and unplanned absences. Arrange coverage for appropriate use of float staff.
Responsible for personnel related duties: payroll, interviewing and hiring, disciplinary action, enforcing duties, and departmental policies.
Work collaboratively with other clinic departments to develop effective and relevant staff and patient educational opportunities.
Monitor audit results and work with the Partnership Council to develop plans for performance improvement.
Coordinate physician schedules and on-call coverage. Electronically post call schedules for CNMs and physicians to the C-Web.
Formulates, evaluates, and updates protocols and guidelines on a yearly basis.
Assist with completion of the budget and obtain quotes for and request new equipment. Ensure that all equipment is inspected annually and as needed.