Registered Nurse Supervisor A

State of Louisiana • Reserve, LA

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse Supervisor A oversees four wings on the night shift and supervises LPNs, CNAs, and registered nurses at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home. The role supports the Louisiana Veterans Homes mission of serving Louisiana's veteran population through medical, nursing, restorative, and rehabilitative services delivered with respect and compassion.

The supervisor plans, directs, and delivers resident care, coordinates shift activities, supervises staff, supports continuity of care, completes required clinical documentation, and responds to complaints and unusual occurrences. The stated work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some weekends and holidays. The position offers a special entrance rate of $2,712.80 bi-weekly ($33.91 per hour), premium pay of $7.00 per hour for worked hours, and shift differentials that vary by shift time, day of the week, and holidays. The appointment type is probational.

Requirements

• Possess a current Louisiana Registered Nurse license, a temporary permit, or a multistate license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state to practice as a registered nurse.
• Have one of the following: three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; a bachelor's degree in nursing and two years of licensed registered nurse experience; a master's degree in nursing or public health and two years of licensed registered nurse experience; or a doctorate in nursing or public health and one year of licensed registered nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and deliver resident care on assigned units, including coordinating shifts, reassigning staff, and providing direct patient care as needed, such as administering medications and treatments and conducting assessments.
• Supervise and evaluate subordinate staff, including conducting performance evaluations, managing disciplinary actions, and supporting professional development through in-service training.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and other departments to ensure 24-hour continuity of care and maintain a safe, effective environment for residents.
• Complete clinical documentation, including the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) and Minimum Data Set (MDS), and update care plans based on residents' changing needs.
• Investigate and report complaints and unusual occurrences, document findings, and propose plans of action to Nursing Administration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed