Weekend RN Supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·         Determines the optimal allocation of present staff, per shift and assignment on each unit is present.

·         Coordinates the care of patients on assigned shift. Communicates shifts concerns by unit to appropriate staff (via e-mails, voice mail, etc.).

·         Review of 24 Hour Report and review patients as indicated for change of condition

·         Serves as administrative authority for the smooth function of all units. Notifies Director or Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Scheduler/Central Supply of urgent concerns during the shift. When the concern is non-urgent, notifies manager by phone message or e-mail.

·         Receives employee, resident and family grievances. Refers information to appropriate manager.

·         Assists nurses in completing risk assessments and investigations of injury.

·         Notifies Assistant Director of Nursing and Human Resources Director of identified learning needs.

·         Receives employee call-offs. Records call-offs and updates schedule. Notifies managers/supervisors of call-offs in their units via voice mail. Replaces for absences and vacancies for upcoming shift(s). Assists staff to pick up hours (call-in phone, e-mail, vacancy lists, 72-hour availability list).

·         Works with the Staffing Coordinator and Director of Nursing to assure that vacancies are filled in advance.

·         Performs rounds to monitor the conditions and care of acutely ill patients

·         Supervises staff and assures survey compliance on a daily basis. Provides guidance and support to staff to better plan work flow.

·         Receives reports throughout the shift. Completes reports for “I” team members on each unit.

·         Assists nurses in assessing residents who are experiencing acute changes.

·         Provides clinical expertise in the management of medical and psychiatric emergencies.

·         Responds to code blue, medical assist situations. Assists staff, as needed.

·         Provides clinical expertise in medical management, crisis and behavior management techniques.

·         Audits charts routinely. Provides clinical expertise in documentation, including MDS, Medicare PPS, acute illness charting, weekly summaries and care planning.

·         Ensures timely notification of MD/Family Representatives where warranted.

·         Obtains supplies from medical supply after hours.

·         Restocks the crash cart immediately after use.

·         Directs staff response to emergencies, such severe weather, fire or bomb scare. Participates in fire drills. Directs disaster evacuation plan, as needed.

·         Meets routinely with the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing.

·         Assists with the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.

·         Attends facility Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Meetings.

·         Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

·         Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure.

·         Supervisory experience in a team leader role.

·         Work experience as a professional nurse.

·         CPR certification.

Salary : $81,400 - $103,000