Registered Nurse Supervisor A

Posting number: 227186 Department: LDH-South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority Job classification: REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR A Posting type: Open & Promotional Categories: Mental Health, Nursing Summary Helping people, changing lives through education, prevention, intervention, and treatment in an effort to enhance quality of life. Join a dedicated team committed to improving lives across South Central Louisiana. SCLHSA is seeking an experienced RN Supervisor A to serve as the nursing and operational supervisor for the Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC). This leadership-level role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of human services in our region, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be a part of something meaningful. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website. Examples of duties Possession of a current Louisiana Registered Nurse license or a temporary permit or multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state to practice as a registered nurse plus one of the following: Three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR A bachelor's degree in nursing plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR A master's degree in nursing or public health plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR A doctorate in nursing or public health plus one year of experience as a licensed registered nurse. Qualifications The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here . Supplemental information Job Duties: As a RN Supervisor A, the incumbent will support clinical operations by: Providing direct supervision to assigned registered nursing staff, including determining work assignments, reviewing work, approving leave within delegated authority, monitoring performance, completing required performance evaluations, and supporting staff development. Develops, maintains, and monitors staffing plans to support continuous 24/7 BHCC operations. Provides and oversees comprehensive nursing assessment and triage of individuals presenting with behavioral health, substance use, co-occurring, and potential medical needs. Obtains and evaluates vital signs, health history, medication information, signs and symptoms, risk factors, and other clinical information within the registered nurse scope of practice. Monitors nursing documentation and service delivery for completeness, timeliness, quality, and compliance with agency, professional, regulatory, contractual, and program requirements. Monitors adherence to BHCC nursing protocols, observation requirements, medication procedures, infection-control practices, emergency procedures, and clinical workflows. Position-Specific Details: Location: This position is located at SCLHSA's Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC), located in Thibodaux, LA. Appointment Type: Probationary Appointment Compensation: The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant. How To Apply: No Civil Service Test Score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Shelby Hidalgo Acting HR Director shelby.hidalgo2@la.gov 985-857-3743 Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.