Nurse Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

• To provide continuity of supervision and operation of facility during the PM shift assuring that facility policies are followed, and that quality of care is maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois and/or Wisconsin.

• Minimum of one (1) year nursing service administration experience.

• Must possess current CPR certificate.

• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in an understandable manner.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with personnel.

• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.

• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, visitors, personnel, and support agencies.

• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.

• May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., throughout the day.

• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for collaborating with members of the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure accurate completion of nursing documentation on a ongoing basis including but not limited to:

• Dashboard clearing

• POC compliance

• Dietary recommendations carried out

• Pharmacy recommendations carried out

• Tracking surveillance antibiotic usage and resolving diagnoses for infections and updating care plans

• Coordination of documents for scheduling appointments

• Assure all Nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with
  established policies

• Make daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel are performing required duties

• and to ensure that appropriate procedures are being followed.

• Notify appropriate Department Heads regarding immediate concerns,
  communicate all other concerns to the Administrator.

• Ensure all PCC documentation is being completed by nursing, and POC documentation completed by CNAs.

• Monitor and supervise all staff on duty.

• Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure medications are being administered as ordered and treatments are provided as scheduled

• Perform other related duties as assigned.