Nursing Superintendent

**Job Title: Nursing Superintendent**

**Location**: KPHP

**Department**: Nursing Administration

**Reports To**: Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) / Hospital Administrator

**Position Summary**: The Nursing Superintendent is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff and ensuring the highest standards of patient care within the hospital. This role includes managing nursing operations, developing policies, coordinating with other healthcare professionals, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The Nursing Superintendent is a key leader in the hospital’s management team, contributing to strategic planning and quality improvement initiatives.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Leadership and Management**:

- Lead, mentor, and supervise the nursing staff, including nurse managers, registered nurses, and support staff.
- Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Ensure adequate staffing levels and coordinate staff schedules.
- **Quality Patient Care**:

- Oversee patient care delivery to ensure the highest quality and safety standards.
- Implement evidence-based practices and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Address and resolve patient care issues and concerns promptly.
- **Education and Training**:

- Plan and facilitate ongoing education and professional development for nursing staff.
- Ensure compliance with mandatory training and certification requirements.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- **Regulatory Compliance**:

- Ensure nursing practices comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Maintain accreditation standards and prepare for inspections and audits.
- Implement and monitor infection control protocols and safety measures.
- **Collaboration and Communication**:

- Foster effective communication and collaboration between nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to hospital-wide initiatives.
- Liaise with patients, families, and external organizations as needed.
- **Budget and Resource Management**:

- Manage the nursing department’s budget and allocate resources efficiently.
- Monitor and control expenses while ensuring quality patient care.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.

**Qualifications**:

- **Education**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or Healthcare Administration preferred.
- **Licensure**:

- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- **Experience**:

- Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
- Experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred.
- **Skills**:

- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in healthcare management software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

**Physical Requirements**:

- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity for patient care tasks.
- Clear and concise verbal communication.

**Working Conditions**:

- Hospital environment with potential exposure to infectious diseases.
- May require occasional extended hours and on-call responsibilities.

**Job Type**: Permanent

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person