Supervisor, Nursing, Home and Community Based Services

Sanford Health•Boise, ID

5d•$40 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. This role functions in a structured care setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by the organization's Home Health and Hospice. The position demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the Home Health/Hospice patient/resident and oversees care for Home Health/Hospice patients/residents of all ages following established standards and practices. The Supervisor provides leadership of the Home Health/Hospice staff and is expertly skilled in the functions of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and process/utilization improvement related to the EMR. This role serves as a leader by promoting and improving Home Health/Hospice patient/resident care processes and related quality patient/resident outcomes, as well as reacting calmly and effectively in emergency or tense situations. The Supervisor is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients/resident, medical staff, and clinical support staff and the public and recognizing opportunities and recommending solutions. The role demonstrates effective communication skills, respects confidentiality, adheres to safety regulations, maintains records, generates proposals, and exhibits and encourages principles of adult education and change management. The Supervisor may serve in the Home Health/Hospice staff nurse role when staffing gaps exist. The Program Coordinator, QIDP trains and mentors Direct Care Staff; develops implementation plans and programs for participants; facilitates contact with participants' family members; assists participants in maintaining well-managed households. Works in a team environment with other Program Coordinators and staff.

Requirements

Must have QIDP experience
Be at least 18 years of age.
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Service field
Posess a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP) qualification
Minimum of 1-year supervised experience with population served
Ability to pass a criminal history background check
Ability to obtain and maintain current CPR/First Aid
Ability to obtain assistance with Medications for Unlicensed Personnel (UAP) card
Possess and maintain automobile insurance at all times during employment
Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
Three years' demonstrated medical surgical setting.
Currently holds an unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state.

Nice To Haves

Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).
For Rural Health Network facilities and Good Samaritan Society (GSS) locations only, employees who do not possess a Bachelor’s degree in the required field, leadership may consider an educational plan with proven continuous action toward achieving a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing within five years of hire into position.
Additionally for Rural Health Network facilities and Good Samaritan Society (GSS) locations, for current employees, leadership may have considered acceptable qualifications and work experience equivalency based on facility size, rural market, and business need, prior to new education requirements.
One-year management experience preferred.
Thorough knowledge of the nursing practice act and standards of nursing care, and a working knowledge of administrative and management techniques.
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) desirable.
Certificate for Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) Specialist-Clinical (COS-C) preferred.

Responsibilities

Being responsible for Service Plan Development and implementation for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Knowing and enforcing IDAPA policy as well as agency policies.
Complete ISP/ Status reviews and send to the ISP team within a regulated time frame.
Ensure House Leads and Direct Care Staff are properly trained and supported in their roles.
Provides leadership of the Home Health/Hospice staff and is expertly skilled in the functions of the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and process/utilization improvement related to the EMR.
Serves as a leader by promoting and improving Home Health/Hospice patient/resident care processes and related quality patient/resident outcomes, as well as reacting calmly and effectively in emergency or tense situations.
Responsible for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients/resident, medical staff, and clinical support staff and the public and recognizing opportunities and recommending solutions.
Demonstrate effective communication skills, respect confidentiality, adhere to safety regulations, maintain records, generate proposals, and exhibit and encourage principles of adult education and change management.
May serve in the Home Health/Hospice staff nurse role when staffing gaps exist.