RN WEEKEND SUPERVISOR

RN WEEKEND SUPERVISIOR NEEDED- IMMEDIATE HIRE

OVERVIEW :

Assist the Director of Nursing and Associate Director of Nursing in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department.   Maintains quality clinical care for residents / patients in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the Facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Supervises the clinical care planning and delivery processes to ensure the coordination of quality patient care. Reviews and updates the care plan accordingly

Assesses residents / clients upon admission and periodically as conditions change

Performs rounds to evaluate patient condition

Provides or assists with the delivery of direct patient care when indicated, including activities of daily living, meal assistance, medication and treatment administration, and leisure activities when indicated

Obtains and implements Physician Orders, checking for accuracy and completeness

Communicates between shifts regarding changes in resident / patient conditions

Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients / residents, staff and visitors

Provides clinical assessment to MD / NPs on call for quality outcomes delivered to patients

Plans, implements and evaluates the clinical competencies and on-going educational / orientation needs of the staff.

Participate in Facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services

Participate in developing, implementing, and periodically updating the resident’s written discharge plan

Ensure that a sufficient number of nursing staff is available for each shift to ensure that quality care is maintained

Make daily rounds of the Nursing Services Department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the Director of Nursing Services.

QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Current registration and license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state employed in

Peripheral IV certification

Minimum 5+ years nursing experience in a hospital, nursing home or other healthcare setting and a minimum 1-year experience as a nurse supervisor

CPR / BLS certified

Strong knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care centers.

The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language required, knowledge of other language helpful