11-7 RN SUPERVISOR

About the role

The Nursing Supervisor oversees the care of residents on a designated shift, manages nursing staff, and ensures compliance with policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform admissions, discharges, transfers, and re-admissions to the facility.
• Complete Resident Roster and Resident Status/Condition Report and turn into DON each Tuesday.
• Complete Dietary Recommendation Report and return to DON within one week of receipt.
• Complete Pharmacy report and return to DON within two weeks of receipt.
• Check and report lab values to physicians and file to chart.
• Maintain lab schedule.
• Absorb and direct staff in Infection Control issues and compliance.
• Provide behavior monitoring and intervention with residents.
• Notify DON and/or Administrator of issues requiring their assistance.
• Make a complete set of compliance rounds on the halls at least once per shift.
• Observe monthly medication pass on RNs/LPN’s making a random selection.
• Assist LPN staff with emergency and acute resident episodes, as well as staffing supervising needs.
• Act as liaison with resident families and sponsors.
• Monitor for safety issues and accident prevention.
• Monitor employees for proper use of body mechanics.
• Complete employee accident reports and follow procedure.
• Monitor med rooms for cleanliness, compliance, and that doors are locked.
• Perform staffing duties as assigned and needed.
• Complete QA monthly assignments.
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s QAPI program for the nursing service department.
• Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned.
• Look for and share with leadership ideas for improvement in the organization.
• Perform specialized clinical services as required such as IV therapy, management of CVL, venipuncture, CPR, etc.
• Maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality.
• Follows code of ethics in procurement, handling of confidential information, and personal conduct.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident information including protected health care information.
• Monitor for staff knocking on doors, utilizing privacy curtains, demonstrating respect by correct name use.
• Maintain and preserve Resident’s Rights and dignity.
• Monitor soiled and clean utility rooms.
• Ensure hallways are clear and without clutter.
• Maintain quiet professional environment.
• Ensure meal service is performed without problems and that all residents are assisted as needed.
• Any resident consuming

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Alabama license as a Registered Nurse and graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Two years of professional nursing experience in the long-term care setting is required.
• Must possess and demonstrate leadership, organizational ability, and communication skills.
• Clean and concise communication skills for interaction with all customers.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and general public.
• Proficient in management skills.
• Attend trainings to build understanding and capacity to undertake QAPI work.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care and long-term care.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise personnel.
• Current CPR certification is preferred.
• Computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Data analysis and analytical skills.
• Positive teambuilding approach to problem solving.