Nursing Supervisor (Internal Employees Only)

Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. 

Nursing Supervisor

Location:West Salem Clinic | 1233 Edgewater St NW, Salem, OR
Schedule:Full Time | Monday–Friday
Status:Exempt
Reports to:Director of Nursing & Infection Control Officer

Lead a Team – Strengthen Care – Make a Difference

As our Nursing Supervisor you will be responsible for the daily operations and oversight of nursing staff at our medical clinics. This leadership role supports high-quality, safe, and culturally responsive patient care while promoting teamwork, staff development, and efficient clinical workflows.

You will work closely with nursing staff, providers, and other departments to maintain smooth patient flow, support quality improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with organizational policies, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.

What You'll Do

Nursing Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide daily supervision, direction, and support to nursing staff.
• Assign work based on staff competencies, patient acuity, and clinic needs.
• Coordinate staffing schedules, vacation requests, and monthly staff meetings.
• Participate in recruitment, interviews, onboarding, and employee performance evaluations.
• Identify training needs and support staff education, professional development, and compliance with required training.

Patient Care & Clinical Operations

• Oversee nursing staff's delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient care.
• Promote efficient patient flow in collaboration with providers and ancillary staff.
• Maintain clinical supplies, equipment, and facilities to support a safe patient environment.
• Provide nursing backup, consultations, and clinical services as needed and within licensing requirements.
• Perform waived testing, including glucometer, A1c, lipid, and INR testing, in accordance with established protocols.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Foster positive morale, communication, and cooperation across departments.
• Support conflict resolution and effective communication among staff.
• Participate in supervisory, provider, quality assurance, and all-staff meetings.
• Collaborate with leadership and support departments to implement organizational changes and improve clinic operations.

What Makes You Successful

✅ Lead with confidence →You provide clear direction while creating an environment where staff feel supported, respected, and valued.

✅ Develop people →You mentor staff, identify development opportunities, and help team members grow professionally.

✅ Think critically and independently → You are comfortable assessing situations, prioritizing competing needs, and making sound decisions.

✅ Build strong relationships →— You communicate effectively with patients, providers, nurses, and staff across departments and backgrounds.

✅ Embrace continuous improvement →You look for ways to improve workflows, patient care, safety, and the overall clinic experience.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of a state-approved school of nursing.
• Current Oregon RN or LPN license.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and make appropriate decisions.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, team-building, and conflict-resolution skills.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency strives to provide a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry.

• Healthcare insurance plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

• Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer
• 403(b) retirement plan with 2% of employer contribution and up to 3% employer match
• Flex Spending Account
• PTO - 10 hours a month for FT positions 40 hrs./wk. up to 20 hours monthly as your tenure grows
• 7 ½  Paid Holidays a year + 2 paid floating holidays for full-time positions
• Continuing Education & Training Benefits
• Employee Healthy Living Program – Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation

Northwest Human Services sites are eligible for various Provider Incentive Programs through the Oregon Office of Rural Health and National Health Service Corps loan repayment and scholar programs as well as the Rural Practitioner Tax Cred. For more information check out the Office of Rural Health, National health Service Corps, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness websites. NWHS sites have a Primary Care HPSA Score of 18, Dental score of 19, and a Mental Health score of 22.

Why NWHS?

At NWHS, we believe healthcare is about more than treating a condition; it is about understanding the whole person and helping create healthier communities. You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible, and high-quality healthcare and social services to our communities.

If you are passionate about nursing leadership, team development, and delivering exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply!

TO APPLY:

To join our team please visit our website Employment (northwesthumanservices.org)

For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: HR@nwhumanservices.org | 503.588.5828

All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check.

Equal Opportunity Employer | We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.