What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral health supervisor position at Hackensack Meridian Health?
Overview
How have you impacted someone’s life today? At Hackensack Meridian Health our healthcare teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care each and every day.
From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career all within New Jersey’s premier healthcare system.
Responsibilities
The House Supervisor oversees the clinical and leadership functions of the Medical Center in the absence of unit managers and senior leadership and assures the provision of safe and effective patient care after hours, on weekends and on holidays.
Responsibilities include assessment of all departments to maintain patient flow and assure continuity of care. Report pertinent information to management and administration.
They provide supervision of staff in the delivery of care for patients and serve as a clinical resource. They assume the leadership position for Incident Command until other qualified personnel arrive on-site.
The House Supervisor responds to codes and rapid responses, deploys staff, supplies and / or equipment as needed. The House Supervisor is responsible for effectively communicating unusual occurrences or complaints for follow-up and intervenes immediately as needed.
They ensure appropriate use of hospital resources by reviewing all patients admitted to the hospital and evaluating appropriateness of admission using approved criteria.
Ensures appropriate patient status (inpatient, observation, ambulatory) to assure appropriate placement and bed usage to maximize patient flow.
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :
- NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License
- A minimum of 5 years of recent clinical experience.
Skills and Abilities Preferred :
- Experience in Behavioral Health
- Knowledge of milliman and / or interqual criteria, utilization review, discharge planning and case management.
Schedule- 7 : 45am -7 : 45 pm, E / O Weekend
Last updated : 2024-03-27
