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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Assistant Head Nurse to join our healthcare team. This role is essential in supporting the Head Nurse in managing nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. The Assistant Head Nurse will act as a liaison between the nursing team and hospital administration, helping to implement policies, improve workflow, and foster a positive work environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and the ability to mentor and support nursing staff. You will be responsible for supervising daily nursing operations, assisting in staff scheduling, and ensuring that all patient care activities align with established standards and protocols. In addition, you will participate in staff evaluations, training programs, and quality improvement initiatives.
This position requires excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to handle high-pressure situations with professionalism and empathy. The Assistant Head Nurse plays a key role in promoting patient safety, enhancing team collaboration, and contributing to the overall success of the healthcare facility.
If you are passionate about nursing leadership and committed to delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist the Head Nurse in managing nursing staff and daily operations
- Coordinate patient care activities to ensure quality and efficiency
- Support staff scheduling and shift planning
- Monitor compliance with healthcare regulations and hospital policies
- Provide mentorship and training to nursing staff
- Participate in performance evaluations and disciplinary actions
- Promote patient safety and infection control practices
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care planning
- Handle patient and family concerns with professionalism
- Contribute to quality improvement and clinical audits
- Maintain accurate documentation and reporting
- Support emergency response and crisis management procedures
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience is an asset
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and best practices
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Commitment to patient-centered care
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
- CPR and BLS certification required
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you hold a current RN license?
- How many years of clinical nursing experience do you have?
- Have you previously held a leadership or supervisory role?
- Are you comfortable working flexible shifts, including weekends?
- Can you describe a time you resolved a conflict within a nursing team?
- What strategies do you use to ensure patient safety?
- Are you proficient with electronic medical record systems?
- How do you handle high-pressure situations in a clinical setting?
- What is your approach to mentoring junior nursing staff?
- Have you participated in any quality improvement initiatives?
