Nursing Supervisor in Lancaster, Ohio at ABHS

Position Summary

The Nursing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the delivery of safe, effective, and compliant nursing care within a residential treatment setting. This role provides clinical and administrative leadership to nursing staff, ensures adherence to regulatory standards, and promotes high-quality patient outcomes through supervision, coordination, and continuous quality improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Oversight

• Supervise and support nursing staff
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of:

• Nursing assessments
• Medication administration and documentation
• Detoxification protocols when appropriate

• Respond to and manage clinical escalations and medical emergencies

Staff Supervision & Leadership

• Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to nursing staff
• Develop and manage staff schedules to ensure appropriate coverage
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide corrective action if needed
• Facilitate staff orientation, training, and ongoing competency evaluations

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure nursing operations comply with all applicable state and federal regulations
• Maintain readiness for inspections by regulatory and accrediting bodies
• Monitor and enforce adherence to facility policies and procedures
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation

Quality Assurance & Infection Control Monitoring

• Monitor and analyze incident reports, medication errors, and patient outcomes
• Participate in quality improvement and infection control monitoring
• Implement corrective actions and track performance improvement metrics

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Participate in treatment team meetings and care planning
• Coordinate care with medical and clinical staff
• Serve as a liaison between nursing staff and medical leadership

Administrative Duties

• Conduct chart audits and documentation reviews
• Oversee supply and medication inventory as needed
• Ensure proper incident reporting and follow-up

• Assist with policy development and implementation with medical leadership

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

Experience

• Minimum of3years of nursing experience
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience
• Experience in behavioral health, detoxification, or residential treatment

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of detoxification and psychiatric care practices
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• Working knowledge of regulatory standards and documentation requirements

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and computer use
• May require flexibility in schedule, including evenings, weekends, or on-call responsibilities