NURSING SUPERVISOR (RN/LPN)

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing care in accordance with rules, regulations & guidelines governing long-term care.
• Ensure all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with written policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all nursing personnel comply with procedures set forth by the organization.
• Assure the implementation of resident care plans.
• Conduct assessments and care plans appropriate for residents admitted to the facility.
• Communicate pertinent information and interpret facility policies to residents, staff, families and visitors.
• Communicate effectively will all disciplines.
• Keep DON informed of information of any changes in resident condition.
• Review, investigate and document properly all incidents/accidents.
• Cook up orientation for new nursing staff.
• Implement progressive discipline when appropriate.
• Evaluate emergency situations and take appropriate action.
• Participate in facility surveys made by authorized agencies.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, charting, etc., as necessary.
• Complete and file required record keeping forms/charts upon the resident’s admission, transfer, and or discharge.
• Receive phone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form.
• Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents.
• Follow established procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
• Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
• Ensure adequate medications, supplies, and equipment are available.
• Report needs to DON.
• Ensure narcotic records are accurate for your shift.
• Notify DON of all drug and narcotic discrepancies.
• Performs all job responsibilities in accordance with safety and infection control policies and procedures, including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves where indicated and proper disposal of soiled materials.
• Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Massachusetts.
• Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care facility preferred.
• Strong organizational skills; detail oriented.
• Exceptional critical thinking skills.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards.
• Must have compassion, tolerance and understanding for older adults.