RN Supervisor

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS AN RN Supervisor

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Services, the RN Unit Manager has authority, responsibility, and accountability for the overall management of residents on a designated unit. The Unit Manager is responsible for directing, coordinating, and supervising the activities of nursing staff engaged in specific nursing practices and is responsible for transmitting each unit’s staff concerns to the appropriate department supervisor. Demonstrates ability to perform job functions of a Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse, as needed.

Essential Duties

• Perform various duties to provide quality nursing care to residents to maintain or attain the highest practical level of functioning, as illustrated by the following:
• Plans the effective administration of nursing care in cooperation with other health-related disciplines on each unit.
• Responsible for assessment of resident needs, development and implementation of a comprehensive Care Plan. Consults with the residents’ physician in planning resident care. Periodically reviews and updates the comprehensive Care Plan.
• Evaluates incidents and determines emergency measures to be used. Assesses and directs emergency treatment to residents and staff involved in accidents. If necessary, notifies the physician and the appropriate persons. Completes the incident report with causes investigated and corrective actions taken and/or suitable recommendations made to avoid recurrence, for review by the Facility Quality Assurance Committee. Updates the Care Plan with new interventions.
• Supervises the planning of daily assignments for personnel on the unit.
• Conforms to established policies and procedures and maintains staff awareness of these in their daily work.
• Schedules and leads staff conferences to promote initiative and solve resident care oriented problems.
• Works with interdisciplinary team members to develop a discharge plan for individual residents and assists in achieving discharge planning.
• Assists in orienting and directing new staff.
• Maintains accurate records of resident care and related statistics as required.

As a valuable member of our team, you will receive:

• Competitive wages
• Excellent benefit package
• Shift & weekend differentials
• Tuition reimbursement
• Friendly work environment

Requirements:

• Possess a current RN license
• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma/GED
• Authorized to work in the US