POSITION SUMMARY

The Supervisor assumes responsibility to manage the shift to shift operations of the department to provide high quality work in a safe environment. The Supervisor aids to develop staff; collaborates with multidisciplinary professionals; and provides service excellence. This individual remains competent in the area of practice and is able to take on staff assignments as needed.

The Supervisor assists the Facility Manager with but not limited to:

• Workforce planning;
• Establishing and implementing standards for practice and maintain authority, accountability and responsibility for staff in their area of responsibility;
• The ongoing support and cultivation of a culture of shared decision making;
• Budgeting and planning.

Supervises the operations and staff: Provides general direction, organization, monitoring, and supervision for facility maintenance operations. Provides technical assistance to the facility manager and spot-checks work completed by team frequently and reviews work for neatness, cleanliness, efficiency and overall results.

LEADERSHIP VALUES

The MNH Leadership Values we are striving to emulate:

• Respect, appreciation and caring for all-positive outlook 
• Initiative, achievement oriented, drive for excellence and continuous improvement; perseverance and ability to see the big picture
• Teamwork and support for others; interdependence and commitment to the collective; system success as opposed to individual achievement or credit 
• Open, respectful, candid communication; handles conflicts and differing points of view directly; doesn’t shy away from difficult issues or conversations 
• Stewardship of resources and passion for efficiency
• Ownership of actions and results focused 
• Resilient; adaptable to change; perseveres in the midst of challenges 
• Courage 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

1. Associated degree in a related field preferred. May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education.
2. Within one (1) year of hire /transfer, successfully completes The American Society of Healthcare Engineering (ASHE), NFPA-99, “Healthcare Facilities Code”, Certificate of Attendance.
3. Annually achieves Continued Education Credits (CECs) until (ASHE), NFPA-101-2012, “Life Safety Code”, Certificate of Attendance is completed.

Experience:

1. 3+ years of facilities experience preferred.
2. Supervisory experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

1. Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
2. Ability to work effectively under stressful situations.
3. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to function in an independent manner with little or no need for direct supervision.
5. Effectively communicates verbally with patients, physicians, visitors, co-workers and supervisors.
6. Ability to document data and other information.
7. Ability to read and interpret written communication.
8. Ability to speak, read, and write the English language.
9. Conducts business in a professional and cordial manner that upholds the integrity and reputation of Mount Nittany Medical Center.
10. Knowledge of human resource laws and regulations as they relate to the management of staff.

License/Certification/Registration:

None

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives minimal supervision from the facility manager. Performs all duties in an independent manner.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Supervises the activities of assigned employees.