RN Supervisor

PACS

11d

About The Position

The RN Supervisor supervises the facility’s day-to-day nursing activities during their tour of duty, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations. The position helps maintain the highest quality of resident care and assists with supervision and management of nursing staff. The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited nursing school, at least two years of experience (preferably in long-term care), and at least two years of supervisory experience. A current Registered Nurse license and CPR certification are required. Experience with EHR software, particularly PCC, is preferred. The job involves frequent standing and walking, reaching, pushing and pulling, talking and hearing, tasting and smelling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Sitting and activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occur occasionally. Minimum travel may be required. The usual work environment has low to moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
At least 2 years of experience; long-term care facility experience is preferred.
At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
Current Registered Nursing License (RN).
Current CPR certification.
Maintain all required continuing education and licensing.
Remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presenting information and responding to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Ability to perform the stated physical demands, including frequent standing or walking and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with EHR software, preferably PCC.
Experience in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and participate in resident care, including skilled-care assessments, medication and treatment delivery, and carrying out physician orders.
Manage and administer IVs.
Supervise, instruct, and assist LVN/LPN nurses, treatment nurses, and CNAs in providing care, including prompt responses to call signals.
Make rounds, provide reports, respond to care issues and changes in condition, and report significant findings and concerns to the Director of Nursing.
Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence, and well-being.
Supervise staff and assist with appropriate disciplinary measures; counsel, coach, and educate employees to maintain or improve performance.
Assist physicians and other healthcare providers during visits and examinations, and communicate with them about resident care, treatment, and changes in condition.
Communicate with residents’ families or significant others regarding care.
Coordinate preparation for new admissions and respond to medical emergencies.
Communicate new or updated rehabilitation therapy orders.
Verify laboratory samples are collected as ordered, results are received promptly, and physicians are notified of results.
Participate in staff orientation and ongoing training.
Participate in developing, maintaining, and implementing the nursing department’s quality assurance program and in facility surveys when requested.
Oversee direct care activities to ensure care is consistent with policies and procedures.
Oversee the development and implementation of care plans and review them for regulatory compliance and nursing standards.
Ensure physician orders are current, accurate, signed, and communicated to nursing staff and other clinical disciplines.
Ensure incidents are documented and investigated appropriately, and monitor documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Facilitate interdisciplinary communication and collaboration, and coordinate with ancillary services such as pharmacy, laboratories, and therapies.
Regularly communicate information and changes to staff.
Audit medication carts, medication rooms, charting and documentation, and other nursing practices.
Monitor and evaluate infection control practices.
Identify staffing needs.
Assist with overall supervision and management of nursing staff.