Nurse Supervisor

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Logansport State Hospital is a state‑operated inpatient psychiatric hospital for adults with mental illness. Using an interdisciplinary approach and evidence‑based programming, we promote recovery and return of the individual to the community.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $71,500.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

• Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients.
• Make care assignments and assist in developing treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.
• Direct support staff to coordinate workflow and communicate problems.
• Monitor the safety and security of individuals and staff by conducting routine rounds.
• Complete required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms, and other records.
• Provide orientation and support to staff on the unit.

• Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of individuals' physical and psychosocial status from admission to discharge.
• Administer medications and treatments according to state‑operated health care facility policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans for diagnosis or treatment plan changes.
• Complete medication administration supervision monitors and clinical observation notes for support staff.
• Educate individuals and family members regarding medication, procedures, and treatment goals and objectives.
• Respond and intervene in emergency situations and with agitated individuals using verbal de‑escalation techniques.
• Ensure proper safety and infection control standards, including compliance management, are met for the unit to protect staff and individuals.

• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities for professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate employee performance to ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper protocols.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

• Ability to mentor, train, and present to a large population.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.

• Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
• Ability to serve as a patient advocate.

• Ability to coordinate and evaluate program goals and therapeutic outcomes.
• Ability to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.

• Good interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations and use verbal de‑escalation techniques with agitated individuals.

• Ability to understand and apply medical and facility terminology.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.

• Must possess an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college.
• Must possess an active license to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Registered Nurse.
• Must hold and maintain CPR certification.
• Must stay current with behavioral intervention training applicable to the…