Supervisor-In-Charge

About the role

Routinely supervises other staff and maintains the home's operations in compliance with licensing rules. Assumes full management responsibilities in the absence of the ED/Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Note and report errors in the administration of medications.
• Develop and implement procedures to prevent medication errors.
• Complete necessary forms, charts, and reports.
• Participate in facility surveys/inspections and QA Programs.
• Attend and participate in Care Plan meetings.
• Participate in continuing education programs.
• Follow safety precautions and report hazardous conditions.
• Provide assistance to residents with activities of daily living.
• Work cooperatively with other staff and residents.
• Resolve residents' needs and attend to visitor requests.
• Conduct tours of the facility.
• Respond to staff and resident concerns.
• Maintain care plans and medications.
• Report any complaints or grievances to the Administrator.
• Ensure resident safety and confidentiality.
• Assist in evacuating residents during emergencies.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old.
• Minimum of six months of supervisory experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to lift, push, pull, and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Able to bend, stoop, squat, and reach overhead.
• CPR certified or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• Have or obtain C.N.A. or Personal Care Aide Certificate within 6 months of hire.
• Have or obtain Medication Aide Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Complete Medication Aide Check off within 30 days of hire.
• Have or obtain Medication Aide Certification within 60 days of Check off.
• No substantiated findings on the NC Personnel Registry or Health Care Program.
• A clear SBI record.
• Two-step tuberculin skin test (first test prior to hire, second test within two weeks of first test).

Qualifications

• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Willingness to work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the community.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and resident rights at all times.
• Availability to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergencies.