Full-Time RN Nurse Supervisor (Day Shift)

Goodwin Living•Alexandria, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Supervisor plans, coordinates, and directs the Small House Health Care Center on a designated shift to provide and maintain high-quality resident care. The role serves as a clinical resource and coordinates communication with physicians to direct resident care. It is directly responsible for the quality of nursing care in assigned clinical areas, supports the nursing process, and evaluates the level of care. The schedule is 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., working Thursday, Friday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday in each of two consecutive weeks. The position is based in Alexandria, Virginia. Starting pay is $50 per hour, plus shift differentials.

Requirements

Current licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia or a compact state.
At least two years of nursing supervisory experience.
Gerontological nursing educational background or actively seeking gerontological certification.
Interest in and ability to teach residents, families, and staff.
Commitment to continued professional development through independent reading and study and self-motivated participation in continuing education.
Managerial ability.
Sound practice in using clinical skills.
CPR certification.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with staff, patients, family members, and others.

Responsibilities

Provide professional, compassionate clinical care in accordance with state and federal regulations and Goodwin Living best practices.
Assess and communicate resident-care and clinical-environment safety, including equipment safety.
Participate in environmental rounds and safety and emergency drills.
Provide competent care within scope of practice, anticipate resident needs, respond to changes in condition, and refer complex needs to the nursing supervisor and/or physician.
Manage residents’ unexpected emergencies.
Manage and administer medications.
Coordinate and implement resident care.
Maintain relationships with outside health agencies and other GHI departments.
Communicate with department team members and provide timely feedback, including completion of performance appraisals.
Address unacceptable performance and behavior, hold team members accountable, use progressive discipline when appropriate, and maintain documentation.
Coordinate breaks and meals to ensure resident areas are properly covered.
Participate in orientation and training for new and current team members.
Provide clear direction to nursing staff.
Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, residents, and families.