House RN 12-Hour Shift Days - Western NE Veterans' Home Scottsbluff

State of Nebraska•Scottsbluff, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision and within the scope of the RN licensure, positions in this classification may be assigned one or more of the following primary administrative roles: first line supervisor over professional and direct care nursing staff in the delivery of nursing services; direct the infection control program and oversee the risk management processes; develop and present a wide variety of clinical care training programs and assess the competency of a variety of clinical care programs and situations. Performs related work as assigned. Assures the application of nursing process and continuous quality improvement in keeping with the vision of the nursing department. Provides clinical oversight of facility on assigned shift, with general supervision from Unit Nurse Manager(s). Supports and implements the vision and mission of the nursing department. Participates with staff evaluations, counseling’s, and competencies as needed and assigned. Reviews staffing for current shift and upcoming shifts. Resolve conflicts between members utilizing de-escalation techniques and other interventions to identify potential behaviors and triggers which can lead to crisis situation and create safety concerns for members and staff. Communicates with all departments effectively to promote continuity and overall satisfaction among team members.

Requirements

A current license to practice as a registered nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a registered nurse in Nebraska
One year of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years experience in geriatric, long-term care and skilled nursing practice
Demonstration of at least One (1) year minimum preferred in a Nursing Supervisor position
Knowledge of: registered nursing theory and practice; accepted standards of care; policies and procedures governing nursing care; sanitation and infection control standards; planning, providing and evaluating quality nursing care; Nebraska regulations pertaining to nursing practice, including scope of practice parameters; psychology or another behavioral science; supervision or management of techniques, principles, or practices; adult training and development; principles and practices of employee development programs; federal and State laws, rules, policies, and accreditation standards as they apply to infection control and risk management; infectious diseases; prevention of infection
Skill in: coordinating and providing nursing care; directing nursing service shifts or program activities, development of clinical training and teaching
Ability to: supervise a shift or program for nursing care; oversee the maintenance of medical records, write administrative reports as required; communicate effectively orally and in writing; research, develop, and present learning opportunity programs; evaluate effectiveness of training courses; analyze data; monitors direct care staff; assists in training and education direct care staff; plan, monitor work of direct care staff
Lift up to 50lbs occasionally and push/pull up to 75lbs on a daily basis
Frequently bend at the waist and neck, frequently twist at the waist, and walk or stand up to 90% of the shift

Responsibilities

First line supervisor over professional and direct care nursing staff in the delivery of nursing services
Direct the infection control program and oversee the risk management processes
Develop and present a wide variety of clinical care training programs and assess the competency of a variety of clinical care programs and situations
Assures the application of nursing process and continuous quality improvement in keeping with the vision of the nursing department
Provides clinical oversight of facility on assigned shift, with general supervision from Unit Nurse Manager(s)
Supports and implements the vision and mission of the nursing department
Participates with staff evaluations, counseling’s, and competencies as needed and assigned
Reviews staffing for current shift and upcoming shifts
Resolve conflicts between members utilizing de-escalation techniques and other interventions to identify potential behaviors and triggers which can lead to crisis situation and create safety concerns for members and staff
Communicates with all departments effectively to promote continuity and overall satisfaction among team members