The RTOC Supervisor is responsible to maintain a well-organized and functioning work environment in the RTOC that allows for the enhancement of evidenced based practice and continuity of patient care throughout the healthcare continuum. They coordinate and collaborate with other departments of Renown Health and outside facilities as needed, to optimize patient outcomes. Supports RTOC Leadership and communicates regularly with Manager and Director of RTOC in the coordination of efficient patient throughput. Facilitates patient bed assignments by taking into account patient care needs, level of care required, staffing capabilities, and assures COBRA law compliance for all transfers, and when accepting admissions from other facilities. Collaborates with Environments services, Patient Transport, Nursing Operations, and Nursing Leadership on operational issues in real-time. Ensures that the program structure, content and overall delivery of patient care services remains appropriate and compliant with Office of EMS regulations and internal policies/protocols. Acts as a clinical resource and internal educator/content expert, provides individual instruction or remediation as needed. The RTOC Supervisor acts as a role model, resource, and coach to the RTOC staff to provide ongoing support for professional development, maintenance of the standards of care and quality outcomes. This position has the responsibility and authority for counseling and coaching staff, investigatory follow-up, competency assessment and staff performance evaluations. Effectively leads conflict resolution and the service recovery process. Identifies and resolves customer service issues to ensure adherence to the Mission, Vision and Values of Renown Health. Provides direct supervision of staff during daily operations. Maintains all job requirements for Transfer Center Nurse Specialist and RTOC Coordinator. Provides staffing coverage as necessary to ensure operational continuity. This position has the authority to make specific decisions regarding patient placement inclusive of: allocation of RTOC personnel; approval of overtime; settle disputes between employees, and assist in communications regarding doctor/nurse disagreements; facilitate transfer of a critical patient to another facility when necessary; conduct or assist in employee counseling, and terminations or commendations. This position does not provide direct patient care.
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