RN Supervisor

Hours : Part-Time, Every Weekend, 5-hour shifts

POSITION SUMMARY : Under the Direction of the SALSA and in collaboration with department head management, responsible for the general management of the facility’s nursing operation, providing optimal quality of care, adhering to, and communicating the facility’s policies and procedures. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and Nursing policies and procedures.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS - Education / Experience

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Connecticut.
• Minimum of one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred.
• CPR certified.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Fluent knowledge of the MS Office suite and other office equipment.
• Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment. Working Conditions : Works in an appropriately lighted and ventilated environment. Physical Requirements :
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required. Ability to perform physically demanding work involving frequent bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics / equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

1. Accountability : The demonstrated ability for ownership of all actions and behaviors in fulfilling job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the organization’s Mission and values. Includes attending all required and mandatory annual in services.

2. Communication : The demonstrated ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner, through written and oral forms. Recognizes emergency situations and responds and / or communicates appropriately. Willingly discusses any problems, needs, or concerns which arise with Supervisor.

3. Customer Service : The demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external customers, including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Effective customer service behavior is characterized by continually striving to exceed all customer expectations. Service is characterized by responsible and caring stewardship, which assures the dignity of all individuals and the effectiveness of the organization.

4. Leadership : The demonstrated ability to proactively envision and implement organizational goals and to align resources to achieve those goals. Leadership is characterized by the ability to effectively communicate, utilize critical thinking skills to enhance positive performance by others while assuming the responsibility in supporting the Organization in promoting and maintaining positive employee relations and effective communications among facility staff and the awareness for continuous self-development.

5. Teamwork : The demonstrated ability to establish effective relationships with both internal and external customers including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Willingly assists other personnel if requested. Teamwork is characterized by working toward a shared purpose or goal by collaboration, partnering or cooperating with others 6. Trust and Respect The demonstrated ability to be both trustworthy and trusting of others while respecting the needs of all residents, family, and coworkers. Modeling the goals and philosophies expressed in the organizations Mission and Code of Ethics. This competency is characterized by those actions and behaviors that contribute to creating an environment where all individual’s rights are respected and upheld and are treated equitably and with dignity.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

1. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and Nursing policies and procedures.

2. Understands and upholds responsibilities concerning safety, accident, and fire prevention.

3. Understands and upholds the Resident’s Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential.

4. Follow and comply with all State and Federal regulations as well as established Personnel Policies and Procedures.

5. Maintain all pertinent records in a timely, efficient, and confidential manner.

6. Project a professional image always.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assists in interpretation of nursing policies and ensures appropriate implementation. Directs and enforces policies and procedures with staff, families, and visitors.

2. Supervises and coordinates activities of nursing personnel on assigned shift to maintain continuity of nursing care.

3. Resource in all areas of clinical care and resolves work related complaints of charge nurses and CNA's during assigned shift.

4. Makes rounds on nursing units to ensure maximum care and to ascertain condition of residents. Communicates family concerns.

5. Responds to emergencies within the facility and provides medical oversight.

6. Verifies that all clinical changes are reported to the physician. Verifies physicians’ orders as needed.

7. Secures pre-admission report on new residents.

8. Ensures a safe environment for residents and staff.

9. Ensures all documentation on medical record is complete and is accurate (including A & I’s; 24 Hour Nursing Report; Nursing Assessments; MD Orders; documentation involving Admissions, discharges, deaths, and Transfers). Conducts chart audits.

10. Ensures availability of supplies and equipment. Reports malfunctioning equipment to DNS / ADNS.

11. Follows up with the physician and medical director as necessary to ensure compliance with scheduled visits.

12. Assumes supervisor responsibility for the facility on 2nd and / or 3rd shifts and / or weekends.

13. Audits emergency drug cart and crash cart to assure they are properly stocked.

14. Audits control of drugs and counts controlled medications at the beginning and end of each shift.

15. Ensures that all peripheral IVs are initiated per facility policy and monitors overall IV program. Ensures IV policy is updated annually.

16. Responsible to assign nursing personnel in emergencies to maintain patient care hours.

17. Assists in the recruitment, selection and of orientation nursing staff as needed.

18. If facility directed, completes 90-day and annual employee performance reviews.

19. Logs and returns all eligible medications to the pharmacy in a timely manner.

20. If facility directed, assumes responsibility for Medicare residents by attending weekly Medicare meetings and assuring that certifications are completed.

21. Attends meetings appropriately including but not limited to Fall Risk, Restraint, Wound Care, and Weight Loss meetings.

22. Assumes any other duties as assigned by DNS / ADNS. Performs other related duties and attends meetings as may be deemed necessary by Supervisor / Administrator and or Director.