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, reports, and participate in facility surveys/inspections.
• Participate in QA Programs, the Pharmaceutical Services Committee, and other facility committees.
• Attend and participate in Care Plan meetings.
• Participate in continuing education programs.
• Follow safety precautions and report hazardous conditions.
• Provide assistance 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 calls from residents, staff, and visitors.
• Implement and monitor care plans.
• Store medications properly.
• Report complaints or grievances to the Administrator.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and rights.
• Avoid neglect, abuse, or exploitation of residents.
• Comply with federal HIPAA laws.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old.
• Minimum of six months of supervisory experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and reach overhead.
• CPR Certified or willing to become certified within 60 days of hire.
• C.N.A. or Personal Care Aide Certificate (80-Hour) within 6 months of hire.
• Medication Aide Certificate within 30 days of hire.
• Medication Aide Certification within 60 days of check-off.
• No substantiated findings on the NC Personnel Registry or Health Care Program.
• Clear SBI record.
• Two-step tuberculin skin test.
• Ability to make independent decisions and deal tactfully with various individuals.
• Willingness to work harmoniously with others and relate to the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and hostile people.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, understand, and follow directions.