Registered Nurse Supervisor (DOH/NMVH #15554+)

Why does the job exist?

This position exists to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care to residents at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. The RN Clinical Supervisor plays a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice by providing direct resident care, supervising nursing staff, and supporting operational functions.

How does it get done?

• Providing direct resident care and clinical oversight in accordance with RN scope of practice, including performing assessments, administering medications, and responding to changes in resident conditions.
• Supervising and supporting LPNs, CNAs, and other nursing staff to ensure high standards of care, proper documentation, and compliance with practice standards.
• Monitoring resident care delivery to ensure it meets regulatory, facility, and professional standards.
• Assisting with staffing coordination by providing input on schedules, coverage, and managing workload during shortages or increased resident needs.
• Serving as a clinical resource for staff, offering guidance, mentoring, and education to support staff competency and professional development.
• Serving as acting House Supervisor when designated, coordinating operational decisions, staffing, and responding to emergencies or after-hours situations.
• Responding to resident emergencies or urgent clinical changes, making sound clinical decisions, and providing hands-on care when required.
• Serving as a clinical resource for staff, offering guidance, mentoring, and education to support staff competency and professional development.
• Serving as acting House Supervisor when designated, coordinating operational decisions, staffing, and responding to emergencies or after-hours situations.
• Supporting infection prevention, safety, and regulatory compliance by monitoring practices, conducting audits, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
• Participating in staff development activities, including orientation, coaching, and continuing education.
• Participating in audits, inspections, and survey readiness activities to ensure compliance with CMS, state, and VA standards.
• Promoting resident rights, dignity, and quality of life through effective communication and person-centered care.

Who are the customers?

The primary customer are the brave men and women that answered our nation's call, executed their duties, and now are unable to live in their respective communities due to failing health. This job will also support the widows of the service men and women to include parents that have lost children in combat (Gold Star Parents).

Minimum Qualification

• Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in New Mexico, or eligibility for such licensure in accordance with New Mexico requirements, or eligibility for a temporary license issued for employment at a specific institution in New Mexico.
• Must have five (5) years of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification.

Employment Requirements

• This position is designated safety sensitive.
• Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association BLS / CPR Certification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Safe Food Handling Certificate or receive within 1 week of date of hire.
• Must sign and observe confidentiality agreement.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed within a long-term facility.
• Walking throughout the facility and frequent communication and interaction with residents, staff, and the public.
• Periods of walking, standing, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, and stretching for a variety of activities may be required.
• Must be able to function under pressure and stressful situations.
• Health hazards such as exposure to contagious viruses and diseases.
• Routine exposure to public, fellow employees, and facility resident illness, stressful situations, and bodily fluids, as well as exposure to physical and/or verbal abuse.
• Occasional travel for training & meetings and driving a State of NM owned motor vehicle may be required.
• Lifting; extended hours to meet deadlines will be required.
• Working hours may include on-call, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and callback hours.