Administrative Nurse Supervisor
Company: Backus Hospital
Location: Norwich
Posted on: July 8, 2025
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Job Description:
Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309) Shift Detail: Per diem
nursing supervisor, must be willing to work overnight and weekend
shifts. Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than
40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing
in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.
We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive
healthcare network. Since 1893, Backus Hospital has been the
primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern
Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London
and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR
helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of
high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of
our communities. JOB SUMMARY The Patient Care Administrative Nurse
Supervisor is an experienced Registered Nurse and is responsible
for supervising and monitoring the Nursing department(s) on an
assigned shift in accordance with nursing standards and practices
as well as current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines
and regulations. This position ensures the appropriate delivery of
direct and indirect patient care via the utilization of the Nursing
Process and creates a positive environment for the professional
practice of nursing. In addition, this position ensures activities
foster continuous quality improvement to enhance patient care
outcomes. This position also ensures patient flow throughout the
organization. This position provides leadership for multiple
hospital departments in the absence of the unit manager, director,
or administration. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
(BSN) required; Master's degree preferred 3 years of acute care
charge or supervisory experience required Progressive leadership
experience Active Registered Nurse license from the State of
Connecticut required Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) provider
and Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider
credentialed form the American Heart Association (AHA) required
Other certifications may be required by specialty Knowledge, Skills
and Ability Requirements • Broad knowledge of nursing standards and
practices. • Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing and
healthcare administration. • Considerable knowledge of requirements
by federal, state or regulatory bodies. • Knowledge of all relevant
policies and procedures. • Demonstrates knowledge of effective
workforce utilization. • Strong ability to coordinate, plan and
direct multi-faceted operation. • Excellent interpersonal skills
necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians,
managers, other agencies and the public. • Ability to work
collaboratively with all departments. • Ability to handle multiple
priorities. • Demonstrated management and leadership skills. •
Requires the ability to take the appropriate action in response to
changes, circumstances or problems. • Strong ability to exercise
discretion and use good judgment. • Strong ability to problem solve
and make decisions in a fast-paced environment and in emergency
situations. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and
written. • Critical thinking, analytical, and organization/time
management skills. • Demonstrated ability to lead and influence
others. • Resourceful: recognizes problems and identifies potential
solutions by tapping into available resources, staff, and best
practices. • Works effectively in an environment with frequent
interruptions. • Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and
individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the
mission and vision of the organization. • Proficient in Microsoft
Office. • Ensures the presence of a safe and healthful work
environment, promoting self-care and empowerment. We take great
care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford
HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and
growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge –
helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and
community education to countless men, women and children. We know
that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we
provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life
balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment .
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