WEEKEND NURSING SUPERVISOR

Integritus Healthcare•Tiverton, RI

37d•$40 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

Weekend Nurse Supervisor (LPN/RN) wanted for a premier skilled nursing facility offering long- and short-term care, rehabilitation, and respiratory services. This role is with one of the largest post-acute health care systems across Massachusetts, committed to fulfilling the health and residential needs of the population in the communities it serves. The facility has been part of the community since 1989, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, focusing on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life.

Requirements

Licensed Nurse in the State of Massachusetts
Strong organizational skills; detail oriented
Exceptional critical thinking skills
High level of professionalism and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
Must have compassion, tolerance and understanding for older adults.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care facility preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise nursing care in accordance with rules, regulations & guidelines governing long-term care.
Ensure all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with written policies and procedures.
Ensure that all nursing personnel comply with procedures set forth by the organization.
Assure the implementation of resident care plans.
Conduct assessments and care plans appropriate for residents admitted to the facility.
Communicate pertinent information and interpret facility policies to residents, staff, families and visitors.
Communicate effectively will all disciplines.
Keep DON informed of information of any changes in resident condition.
Review, investigate and document properly all incidents/accidents.
Coordinate orientation for new nursing staff.
Implement progressive discipline when appropriate.
Evaluate emergency situations and take appropriate action.
Participate in facility surveys made by authorized agencies.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, charting, etc., as necessary.
Complete and file required record keeping forms/charts upon the resident’s admission, transfer, and or discharge.
Receive phone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form.
Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment.
Ensure adequate medications, supplies, and equipment are available. Report needs to DON.
Ensure narcotic records are accurate for your shift.
Notify DON of all drug and narcotic discrepancies.
All responsibilities will be conducted in a manner that exhibits the IHC mission, vision, and core values.