Public Health Clinic Nurse Supervisor
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department
Tacoma, WA
Full Time
Mid Level
4+ years
Posted 2 weeks ago
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Supervise and coordinate nursing and clinical staff within the Substance Use Services Program to ensure high-quality health care and education services to the public. This role involves staff development, performance management, and strategic program coordination.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision and technical expertise for disease prevention, investigation, and management services
- Coordinate and communicate with healthcare facilities, schools, businesses, and partners
- Develop team strategy, manage program contracts, and meet funding deliverables with Program Manager and Division Director
- Supervise and coordinate the work of nurses, clinical staff, professionals, and administrative employees
- Direct staff work with a focus on achieving program, project, and department goals
- Provide regular performance feedback and conduct timely performance reviews
- Manage staff with varied needs and personalities effectively, facilitating a cohesive work team
- Partner with HR on the investigation and resolution of disciplinary matters and issue discipline as needed
- Ensure employees comply with Department policies and procedures, including those around hours worked, ethics, and time off
- Mentor, coach, and develop direct reports, ensuring adequate training and cross-training
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, nursing, healthcare administration, or related field
- Four years of nursing experience in a healthcare or public health setting
- Two years of experience in a clinical setting as a supervisor or lead
- Current State of Washington Registered Nurse License or multi-state license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers and AED certifications within 90 days of hire
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, nursing, healthcare administration, or related field
- Four years of nursing experience in a healthcare or public health setting, plus two years of experience in a clinical setting as a supervisor or lead
Nice to Have
- Experience in public health
Skills
Microsoft Office
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Patient-centered care
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Motivational Interviewing
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Trauma-Informed Care
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Zoom
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Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software
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Therapeutic communication techniques
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* Required skills
Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers and AED certifications
(Required)
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