Nursing Supervisor

Job Brief

This template for a Nursing Supervisor job description will help you to clarify the duties of the position and attract the best candidates.

Job Description

• ● Schedule nurses’ shifts
• ● Assign nurses to patients
• ● Ensure nursing operational standards are met
• ● Provide reports on productivity, quality and customer service metrics
• ● Ensure all nurses follow policies and procedures
• ● Train new team members
• ● Evaluate nurses’ performance
• ● Inform family members about medical procedures and doctors’ instructions
• ● Handle complaints or other issues
• ● Establish a compassionate environment by providing psychological support to patients, family and friends
• ● Keep records of nurses’ files, patients’ cases and procedures

Job Requirements

• ● Proven work experience as a nursing supervisor
• ● In-depth knowledge of hospital procedures
• ● Thorough knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare
• ● Team management skills
• ● Great communication and people skills
• ● Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• ● BSc or diploma in nursing; training in healthcare administration is a plus
• ● Valid nursing license