Pre-Admissions Testing RN Supervisor (stph)

Job Description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.JOB IS FROM: nursingjobs.siteVIEW

JOB SUMMARY:

The RN Pre-Admission Testing Supervisor assumes responsibility for overall operations of the Pre-Admission Testing Department including, but not limited to, scheduling of patients, obtaining required physician documentation and ensuring appropriate screening, education, and preparation of patients for their procedures.  Responsibilities also include ordering supplies, staffing, planning and the coordination, supervision and evaluation of clinical performance and efficiency. The Supervisor is responsible for assuring quality standards and maintaining safe practices in the Pre-Admission Testing area according to evidence based practice and professional guidelines (e.g. AORN, TJC, AAMI).  All operations of the Pre- Admission Testing Department must be in compliance with the Joint Commission guidelines. This position serves as a role model in providing leadership and direction using a multidisciplinary team approach to ensure productivity, efficiency and coordination while enforcing the policies and procedures of the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Registered RN in Louisiana; BSN required unless in current program or plans to enter BSN program within 1 year of employment; 5 years Medical-Surgical or Peri-Operative experience; Management experience preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Computer skills, EKG testing and basic interpretation skills.

Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) - reaching, seeing, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, pushing/pulling, carrying, reaching, stooping, crouching
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) and balancing

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.