Overview The Nursing Supervisor RN maintains quality clinical care for residents/clients through direct supervision of nursing staff.
Communicates modifications to policy and procedures and oversees compliance, serving as a resource to clinical staff.
Manages the daily activities of the clinical staff.
Responsibilities Job Duties specific to this position:Resident Care:Supervises the clinical care planning and delivery processes to ensure the coordination of quality patient care.
Reviews the care plan accordingly.Assesses residents/clients upon admission and periodically as conditions change.Performs rounds to evaluate patient condition.Provides direct patient care when indicated.Obtains and implements physician orders, checking for accuracy and completeness.Communicates effectively with the client/resident, family and interdisciplinary team and ensures staff members communicate effectively as well.
Delivers education and instruction to residents, clients, families and caregivers when needed.Communicates between shifts regarding changes in resident conditions.Ensures a safe and secure environment for clients/residents, staff and visitors.Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team.Maintains the highest level of customer service within the area of responsibility.Provides clinical assessment to MD/NP/PAs on call for quality outcomes delivered to patients.Management and Employee Development:Provides daily leadership, direction and prioritization to staff in accordance with Loretto's goals and mission.Plans, implements and evaluates the clinical competencies and on-going educational/orientation needs of the staff.
Updates orientation or training materials as needed.
Shares current knowledge and up-to-date clinical expertise with staff through formal and informal education.
Takes responsibility for own education and stays clinically current.Budget:Develops and monitors the department staffing pattern to meet the needs of the patients, within budget parameters.Checks staff overtime and shifts/hours worked.Compliance:Enforces the bargaining unit contract fairly and consistently.
Addresses issues in a timely and appropriate manner.Ensures nursing staff meet all re-orientation requirements, in collaboration with the Director of Nursing.Ensures all regulations, policies and procedures are adhered to by nursing staff and self.Monitors and maintains compliance with third party agencies.Documentation:Directs the processes that facilitate the thorough and accurate completion of required documentation.
Examples include but are not limited to: skin//wound reports, ADLs, weights, nourishment, monthly MAR/TAR checks, Admissions, Discharges, incident reports, investigations, audits, PRIs.Quality:Monitors adherence to the patient care standards through QAPI (Quality Assurance Performance Improvement) and QA processes, taking remedial action when needed.Participates in Quality Assurance Initiatives.
Collects and provides data as required.
Qualifications At least 3 years' experience in nursing preferably with 1-2 years in an acute/long term care setting.Degree from an accredited school of nursing.
BSN or BS in related field preferred.Current New York State RN license and registration in good standing required.Proven patient assessment skills.Adheres to best practice nursing care.Ability to supervise and guide staff while carrying out the duties of an RN.Proficient in the care planning process.Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, residents, and families from diverse backgrounds who may have physical, sensory and mental impairments.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.Ability and knowledge to respond in emergency situations.Ability to analyze problems, plan resolution strategies, implement solutions and evaluate outcomes.Proficient in computer programs and able to learn new software rapidly.An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.Physical Requirements Walking/Standing 50.00%Sitting 40.00%Lifting 10.00% 50 lbsINDNS Benefits/Compensation Pay Range $46 - $57 / hourPay Range includes shift differentialsExcellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insuranceDisability coverageTuition Reimbursement Program401(k) Retirement/Pension PlansDiscounted Gym MembershipFree Loretto Health Clinic VisitsGenerous Paid Time-Off AccrualFun events for employeesConvenient locations with free parkingEmployee Coaches - to help you achieve life goalsDiaper Assistance ProgramOpportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!