Merit Health Rankin

Now offering a Sign On Bonus up to $30,000!

To support your well-being and career journey, team members enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and illness
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Education assistance and student loan support
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Student loan repayment - Up to $20,000

Why Merit Health Rankin?

We understand that seeking a new job means looking for more than just a position-it's about finding a place where you feel respected, capable, and driven by meaningful work. At Merit Health Rankin, our commitment is to foster a culture where your contributions are valued, your professional development is supported, and your success is celebrated.

Our dedicated team of over 300 healthcare professionals across a broad spectrum of specialties-from general surgery, orthopedics, internal medicine, pediatrics, and family medicine to ophthalmology, radiology, plastic surgery, podiatry, and neurosurgery-works collaboratively to deliver exceptional care every day .

We're proud to serve as a vital community healthcare resource with services including emergency care, rehabilitation and sports medicine programs, ambulatory care, and an 18-bed senior care (geriatric psychiatry) unit . Our values-teamwork, excellence, respect, and pride-guide us in delivering care that is "unequaled in our community" .

About Brandon, Mississippi

Located just east of Jackson, Brandon is a thriving, family-friendly suburb known for its safety, strong public schools, and small-town charm. Twice named a Top 100 Small Town in America , it offers a high quality of life with access to outdoor recreation at nearby Ross Barnett Reservoir and a welcoming community atmosphere. With its blend of Southern hospitality and modern amenities, Brandon is a great place to live and work.

Why this matters for you:

Merit Health Rankin in Brandon offers a workplace where respect, community, and professional growth go hand in hand-with the added benefit of being located in a historic, safe, and family-oriented city with strong schools and recreational amenities.

Job Summary

The Supervisor, Emergency Department is responsible for supervising and coordinating nursing care within the Emergency Department, ensuring optimal patient flow, quality care, and adherence to policies and procedures. This role serves as a clinical resource, providing professional leadership and operational coordination to support the department's mission and vision. The Supervisor works collaboratively with staff and leadership to enhance patient outcomes, staff engagement, and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and evaluates nursing care delivery in the Emergency Department, ensuring adherence to the nursing process, medical care plans, and departmental policies.
• Monitors patient flow, turn-around-times, and staff performance to identify and implement process improvements that reduce delays and enhance care delivery.
• Performs regular rounding on patients and staff in the Emergency Department to address concerns, provide support, and ensure high standards of care.
• Identifies and addresses staffing needs for oncoming shifts, taking proactive steps to secure adequate coverage and maintain continuity of care.
• Acts as a clinical resource for staff, providing guidance and support for complex patient care situations.
• Reports problems or issues encountered during the shift to the appropriate Manager, Director, or Administrator on Call in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prioritizes data collection and documentation activities based on patient condition and departmental priorities, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management
  • Supervises, trains and oversees departmental staff.
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with Manager or Director on staffing issues.
  • Assists with and contributes to performance evaluations and goal setting.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  • Assists in managing departmental budget ensuring cost-effective operations while maintain high quality service.
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • May contribute to evaluation and implementation of new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • May contribute to development of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies.
  • May participate in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
  • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
  • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Staff Responsibilities
  • May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or higher preferred
• 1-2 years of related experience in the profession required
• 1-2 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
• CEN - Certified Emergency Room Nurse preferred
• TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course preferred
• ENPC - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification preferred

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To apply, please email homar_ochoa@chs.net