Resident Care Supervisor - Per Diem -Fox Nursing Home

Resident Care Supervisor

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Under the direction of the DON, the Resident Care Supervisor (RCS) has 24-hour responsibility for the effective implementation of the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures of the hospital and the nursing home and their effect on resident care in a designated unit. The RCS has authority to make decisions on that unit in the areas of resident care, human resource, and financial management.

• Assists the DON in development, implementation, and evaluation of on-going service programs that assure quality nursing and resident care programs consistent with Bassett Health Network mission
• Participates in program development proposal as requested by DON
• Monitors/Maintains unit compliance with regulatory, accrediting and hospital policy for resident services, and environmental and personnel safety
• Accurately identifies real/potential problems affecting the service and implements solutions with follow-through and communication
• Assesses need for personal growth and development and takes the initiative in seeking opportunities to meet this need.
• Oversees unit CQI programs that monitors and evaluates critical aspects of care
• Fosters a service that is consistent with the resident care beliefs and shared management philosophy of the department
• Consults with residents/families though primary nurse request, direct family request, and/or direct assessment of resident/family response to condition change. Assesses resident/significant other survey responses regarding nursing care and services
• Responsible for on-going development of staff and unit specific resident care programs
• Responsible for effective and efficient fiscal management of department operations to ensure proper utilization of organizational and financial resources
• Responsible for department's operational excellence; ensures department delivers quality services in accordance with applicable policies
• Manages human resources to assure quality services and promote positive employee relations
• Promotes a positive image of professional nursing and serves as a role model to staff
• Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organization's overall mission
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all residents, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department's/ unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives
• Accepts Supervisor assignment as requested
• Provides resident education as needed
• Accepts charge responsibility as directed
• Performs medication administration in an efficient manner as needed
• Ensures adequate staffing for all shifts.

Education:

• 2 Year / Associate Degree and Current registration as RN in NYS, required
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree with concentration in Nursing, preferred
• ***All RN's hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor's prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire. BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN's licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirement.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of long term care clinical experience, preferred

License/Certification:

• Current NYS License to practice as an RN, required
• BSN License, preferred
• BLS Certification, required

Skills:

• Clinical Skills
• Leadership
• Communication
• Interacting with People
• Multi-Tasking
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, reaching, stooping
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, pushing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
• Constant fit testing

Hazards:

• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

• Frequent noise

Travel:

• No travel required

We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.

Bonus Amount:

• RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time
• LPN sign on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time

Eligible Employers:

• A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. USD $43.93/Hr. USD $65.89/Hr.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.