House Supervisor (RN)Registered Nurse

Westpark Springs is a 72-bed behavioral health hospital in Richmond, Texas seeking a House Supervisor (Registered Nurse) to oversee nursing and hospital operations during assigned shifts. In this full-time day position, you will ensure quality general and psychiatric patient care while supervising staffing and scheduling, providing direct nursing care, and supporting department managers with education, discipline, and compliance.

Clinical Setting

Westpark Springs serves patients with psychiatric, chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, and geriatric conditions. The facility is part of LifePoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Manage nursing department scheduling and staffing to ensure coverage, minimize overtime and agency use, and approve or deny time-off requests
• Monitor staff attendance, maintain records of tardiness and absences, and assist the Director of Nursing with payroll
• Supervise hospital operations when administration is not present, oversee staff performance, and provide coaching and education as needed
• Conduct staff evaluations and deliver disciplinary actions professionally and promptly
• Provide backup nursing and intake assistance, respond to patient needs, and advocate for patients
• Supervise and mentor nursing and support staff during assigned shifts
• Determine staffing levels and assignments based on staff availability, abilities, census, patient acuity, and work/patient flow
• Provide direct patient care as needed and may take patient assignments to meet staffing needs
• Float between staff to assist with problem-solving
• Evaluate the effectiveness of patient care and identify issues affecting desired patient outcomes
• Respond to complaints about patient care and related services through established channels
• Perform role-specific duties including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers
• Ensure staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care
• Conduct thorough investigations, collect and document accurate information, and provide reports to appropriate parties
• Perform conflict resolution and mediation with staff, involving appropriate leadership when necessary
• Demonstrate comprehensive nursing skills including assessments, treatment planning, admission and discharge procedures, medication administration, and delivery of direct patient care
• Ensure documentation is timely, accurate, and complete and deliver quality nursing care to achieve treatment plan goals
• Assist the Director of Nursing in conducting department meetings, document attendance, and prepare meeting minutes
• Provide support to the intake department as necessary
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory standards (TJC, Medicaid, state and federal laws) and ensure compliance
• Integrate evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols
• Create and foster an environment that encourages professional growth
• Initiate weekend case management, utilization review screening, assist with discharge planning, and swing intake

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing
• Current Registered Nurse license as required by state regulations in which the facility operates
• CPR certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact
• De-escalation certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of experience in a psychiatric health care facility
• One year of experience in a nursing leadership or management role
• Experience in a psychiatric health-care facility with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, or geriatric patients
• Experience in patient assessment, family motivation, treatment planning, and communication with external review organizations

Schedule

• Full-time Days

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple levels and tailored options for part-time and PRN employees
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid family leave and paid time off
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package with company match
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• Free gym memberships
• Virtual care appointments
• Mental health services
• Discount programs
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities