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CLIN SUPV-PC
Company : Covenant Health
Location : Knoxville, TN, 37916
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 11 January 2026
Overview
Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor, Fort Sanders Women's Specialists
Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift
Perinatal Center Overview:
At Fort Sanders Perinatal Center, we’re here for women with pregnancies that require extra care, and we’re ready to help you make the best healthcare decisions from conception through delivery. For more than 25 years, we’ve provided comprehensive high-risk pregnancy services and delivered over 26,000 high-risk babies at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. We offer a range of care services for higher-risk pregnancies, including mothers over age 35, multiples, complications, birth defects, issues such as diabetes or hypertension, or pregnancies after infertility.
Department Description:
Our OB/GYN team of board-certified physicians and advanced practitioners are extensively trained in women’s health and provide comprehensive gynecology and obstetric services. For women facing a high-risk pregnancy, we partner with the perinatologists at Fort Sanders Perinatal Center. You can expect us to partner with you and provide education, guidance and compassionate care. With more than a century of combined medical experience, our expert healthcare team is ready to provide you with excellent care.
Our main office is located at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. We also have offices in South Knoxville, West Knoxville, Harriman, Maryville, and Tazewell to ensure you get the right care in the right place. We are proud to be a member of Covenant Health.
Postion Summary:
The Clinical Supervisor is a registered nurse responsible for the overall quality of patient care at a specified site of Ft. Sanders Perinatal Center. The supervisor plans, directs, coordinates and controls the work of the professional and para-nursing personnel in collaboration with the Lead NP and Providers. The Clinical Supervisor is also responsible for daily operations, and performs the majority of their responsibilities in the work area in conjunction with staff.
Recruiter: Lacey Spoon || apply@covhlth.com
Responsibilities
- Responsible for recruiting, interviewing/hiring, staffing, employee development, performance evaluations, and disciplinary measures in conjunction with the Clinic Director.
- Responsible for team development and leadership of clinical staff for Sanders Perinatal Center. Supervision of staff to include RN’s, LPN’s and Medical Assistants.
- Responsible for establishing and enhancing a collaborative working relationship with physicians and non-physician practitioners.
- Determines optimal team composition by making day by day team assignments based on appointments for physicians and Non-physician practitioners. Demonstrates an understanding of workload ratios, individual team member skills related to competency, and the formation of optimal teams in order to provide top quality customer care.
- Determines the appropriate indicators to achieve a successful team. Monitors these indicators and provides consistent, frequent feedback to Clinic Director and Physicians regarding performance relating to goals, objectives, and benchmarks.
- Schedules and prepares for clinical staff meetings in conjunction with Clinic Director.
- Establishes and evaluates core competencies for clinical team members.
- Identifies learning needs of team members and works towards meeting those needs.
- Supervises and approves payroll preparation and monitors sick time, overtime, and paid time off.
- Maintains knowledge of all issues relating to Perinatology and OB/GYN.
- Serves as liaison with the Clinic Director, Physicians, Lead NP, Lead U/S Tech and additional individuals responsible for coordinated customer care in order to achieve mission/vision goals.
- Monitors customer satisfaction results.
- Reviews and responds to quality of care problems with staff, physicians, and customers.
- Responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating the departmental quality assurance plan in conjunction with the Clinic Director.
- Works closely with Clinic Director to develop, review, and revise policies and procedures for the department to assure compliance with Safety, The Joint Commission, CLIA, OSHA, Infection Control and other regulatory/accrediting agencies, and any applicable state laws.
- Demonstrates competence in performing critical skills, including appropriate delivery of care according to the age-specific needs of the entire life span.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience:
Minimum two (2) years of OB/GYN nursing leadership experience.
Licensure Requirement:
TN Registered Nurse License and Basic Life Support Certification are required.
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Frequently asked questions
In Knoxville’s Fort Sanders Perinatal Center, the Clin Supv-Pc strategically assigns nursing and medical staff based on daily appointment needs, balancing competencies with workload ratios. This ensures smooth patient flow and high-quality care in high-pressure OB/GYN environments.
Strong communication, team-building, and conflict resolution skills are vital. This role demands proactive staff development and fostering collaboration among physicians and nursing teams to maintain superior patient outcomes in complex perinatal care.
Yes, clinical supervisors can progress into higher administrative roles or specialty program leadership within Covenant Health’s extensive network, leveraging experience in perinatal and OB/GYN care to expand their healthcare management careers.
Covenant Health’s integrated approach means the Clin Supv-Pc often coordinates closely with various departments and community clinics, supporting consistent care standards across multiple Knoxville-area locations while aligning with organizational quality benchmarks.
They provide ongoing training and resources to stay updated on OSHA, Joint Commission, and state regulations. Supervisors collaborate with leadership to continuously refine policies that safeguard patient safety and regulatory adherence.
Based on regional data, Clinical Supervisors in Knoxville typically earn between $75,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications, reflecting demand for skilled leadership in women’s health within Covenant Health.
Yes, a valid Tennessee RN license and Basic Life Support certification are mandatory. Additional credentials in OB/GYN nursing leadership can enhance candidacy given the specialized nature of perinatal care in Knoxville’s market.
Knoxville’s expanding healthcare sector increases demand for experienced clinical supervisors, but competition remains moderate. Candidates with strong OB/GYN leadership backgrounds and familiarity with local healthcare protocols have an edge.
Balancing staffing levels amid fluctuating patient needs, aligning team skills with complex high-risk pregnancies, and ensuring compliance with evolving healthcare standards are common hurdles requiring adaptive leadership and clinical expertise.
The supervisor actively identifies learning needs, facilitates training opportunities, and regularly evaluates performance, fostering a supportive environment that encourages professional development and strengthens team cohesion.