Registered Nurse Weekend Supervisor P/T

Job Summary Registered Nurses at the Skilled Nursing Facility provide direct bedside care and act as patient advocate and educator. The RN will educate the patient and family members what to expect when dealing with the challenges of aging or specific conditions the patient may have and help them understand what contributions to recovery and long-term wellness they can make. The RN will also inform family members of any changes in the patient’s condition and discuss with them any alterations to the patient’s medication or other treatments. Collaborating with the facility physician to help create and implement patient care plans and notifying the physician if there is a change in the patient’s condition. This position also supervises the nurses and nursing assistants on duty, and responds to emergencies. Essential Functions Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization Provide basic nursing care to patients within Laurellwood's scope of practice that includes actions that meet psychosocial needs and physical needs. Provides direct and individualized nursing care to assigned patients based on nursing standards and under the supervision of the Director of Nursing. Ensures quality and safe delivery of nursing services to patients/clients and families/caregivers. Implements plan of care formulated by physicians. Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with plan of care. Assesses and provides patient/client education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care. Maintains safe and healthy working environment and uses safe work methods and procedures in accordance with company clinical standards. Assists patient in learning appropriate self-care activities. Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently. Ensuring all work areas and residents’ rooms are maintained in accordance with safety and sanitation standards. Ordering medications, equipment and supplies as prescribed. Preparing and administering medications ordered by the physician in accordance with policies and procedures. Attending rounds with physicians, nurse practitioners and physician’s assistants. Assisting with the orientation of new staff to the unit. Collaborating with the resident’s physician to provide the care, services, treatments, and rehabilitation ordered. Communication with the resident’s physician and/or family members when there is a change in resident’s condition or if any incident occurs involving patient. Administering professional nursing practice services such as: tube feedings, suction, catheterization, changing of dressings, packs, and irrigations, as necessary. Gathering samples of sputum, urine and other specimens for lab tests as ordered. Continuous observation and monitoring of seriously ill residents. Being the patient advocate and ensuring that other health care team members are providing care according to the resident’s care plan and personal wishes. Receiving, transcribing, and implementing physician’s orders according to facility procedures. Accurately completing necessary charting as required and in a timely manner following established charting policies and procedures. Ensures that all safety and infection control practices are followed. Supervises the nurses and nursing assistants on duty. Ensures that required documentation is complete and is in compliance with regulations and standards. Attends all staff meetings, trainings, and educational classes as required. Non-Essential Functions Perform other duties as assigned. Professional Requirements Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Complete annual education requirements. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Report to work on time and as scheduled. Wear identification while on duty. Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations. Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times. Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices. Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the organization. Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities. Attend regular staff meetings and in-services. Qualifications Diploma in Nursing at a minimum; Bachelor's degree preferred. Current state license as a Registered Nurse. Two years of relevant RN experience required. Previous supervisory/management experience preferred. Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications. Must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of patient services. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations. Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude. Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information. Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner. Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions Working irregular hours including call hours. Physically demanding, high-stress environment. Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions. Pushing and pulling heavy objects. Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients. Position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry. Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing. #J-18808-Ljbffr