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Nursing leadership refers to the roles and responsibilities of nurses who guide, manage, and influence other nurses and healthcare staff to deliver high-quality patient care. Nursing leaders may work as nurse managers, directors, or executives, and are responsible for setting goals, implementing policies, and fostering a positive work environment. They play a key role in mentoring staff, improving patient outcomes, and driving organizational change within healthcare settings.

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Infographic showing various Nursing Leadership job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,675 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

Supervisor Registered Nurse - Nursing Leadership

CHRISTUS Health

Lake Charles, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

CHRISTUS Health rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 530 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

533rd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Summary:
The RN Supervisor is accountable for supervising the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care to patients. Responsible in assisting the Director for analyzing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating processes and programs which enhance, strengthen and integrate the services comprising the nursing department. Responsible for participation in the development and implementation of the service line strategic business plans; and for creating an environment, which continuously supports improvement of operational, financial, and clinical components.
Assumes primary responsibility for effective supervision of nursing activities of assigned area(s). Assists management of financial and human resources to ensure services meet established quality and productivity standards. Provides feedback and assistance concerning customer satisfaction, staff development, and associate performance and satisfaction.
The Supervisor is responsible for the daily operations of a Nursing department on a 24-hour basis. The Supervisor collaborates with other clinical and ancillary departments to meet organizational and department-specific Quality and Safety Measures, Community Values, Business Literacy, and Service Excellence goals.
Responsibilities:
  • Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
  • Implementing and monitoring programs and practices for the delivery of safe and efficient quality nursing care for patients and their families.
  • Ensuring consistent application of nursing services policies and standards throughout the organization.
  • Monitoring patient outcomes and quality and effectiveness of nursing care.
  • Overseeing the performance of teams; identifying and addressing staff training and development needs.

Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred

Experience
  • 2 years of clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting
  • Previous Lead or Supervisor experience overseeing work of assigned units, preferred
  • Previous healthcare management experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
  • BLS required
  • RN License in state of employment or compact

Position Requirements:
This position is specific to the Emergency Department in Louisiana.
Education/Skills
  • All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
  • New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and an Emergency Department- specific competency validation.
  • All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software.
  • Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.

Experience
  • One year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
  • Current ACLS certification required
  • Current PALS certification required

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Credential Grace Periods:
If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.
  • Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate.
  • Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty.

Credential
Grace Periods for
Experienced Associates
Grace Periods for
New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty
Basic Life Support (BLS)No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Within 30 days of hire.Within 90 days of hire.Pediatric Life Support (PALS)Within 30 days of hire.Within 90 days of hire.Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC)Within 60 days of hire.Within 18 months of hire.Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR)Within 60 days of hire.Within 18 months of hire.Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.STABLE (Neonatal Education)Within 30 days of hire.Within 60 days of hire.
Work Schedule:
8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday
Work Type:
Full Time

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About CHRISTUS Health

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CHRISTUS Health is a prominent name in the healthcare industry, with its headquarters situated in Irving, TX, USA. Established in 1999, the company has since been devoted to providing comprehensive care and extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. This not-for-profit health system primarily operates more than 600 healthcare services and programs, including long-term care facilities, health insurance products, community clinics, and outreach services, serving both urban and rural populations.

Industry

Outpatient health care

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1999

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