Job description

Seeking an LPN or RN to supervise the evening shift of assigned floor nurses and CNAs of a skilled nursing facility. Applicant must have an active license and possess great communication and leadership skills to be considered for position. This is a full time, M-F schedule with possible overlap between the 1st and 2nd shift of clinical staff. Benefits and pay are competitive and include new PTO and 401k plans. 2-3 years of long term care experience is preferred and applicant must pass a background screen.

The Nursing Supervisor works with the nursing staff of the facility. The Nursing Supervisor plans, organizes, coordinates and directs the nursing functions for professional and non-professional nursing personnel to ensure the highest quality of care is provided in a cost effective manner with the residents in the facility. This is done in an efficient and timely manner with consideration for both health care and legal responsibilities of the residents, the facility and the employees. The Nursing Supervisor works with the Director of Nursing to exercise responsibility and accountability for nursing service objectives, implements policies and procedures, coordinates nursing function, activities, and nursing care, as well as providing oversight and supervision to the nursing staff, and their training and competency. The Nursing Supervisors’ role within the chain of command is to act as a resource person, providing the necessary information and assistance to the staff which will enable them to perform their duties and responsibilities in the best manner possible. The Supervisor serves as a primary communication link among shifts and units.

The Nursing Supervisor works with the Director of Nursing to assure the following responsibilities are accomplished. This list is only partial and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities.

1. Ensures each unit is appropriately staffed at the beginning of the shift.

2. Makes adjustments as necessary, replacing staff as needed for the oncoming shift.

3. Makes rounds at the beginning of the assigned shift and frequently thereafter and implements interventions as needed.

4. Supervise nursing activities and promotes improvement in nursing care.

5. Maintains comfortable and pleasant environment and promotes elimination of hazards.

6. Routinely checks and evaluates supply of emergency equipment

7. Ensure that supplies are available in proper quantities, that equipment is available in good condition, and that personnel using such supplies and equipment know where such are to be found and know the proper care and use.

8. Receives thorough reports from Charge Nurses on all shifts and works closely with them to insure maximum total care.

9. Participates in nursing care as needed and is responsible for the direct handling of any emergency situation which may arise.

10. Recognizes significant changes in the condition of residents and takes appropriate action

11. Assists with care as necessary to assure quality care is provided. This may include but not conclusive of assisting with ADLs, giving medications, doing treatments, supervising and assisting with meal service, calling physicians, transcribing orders, etc.

12. Assess each resident in acute distress or unusual situations during the scheduled time in the facility.

13. Ensures that all personnel on the shift are oriented to the duties assigned to them.

14. Assigns personnel according to various skills in relation to resident needs.

15. Divides nursing duties of the facility to appropriate staff.

16. Works as staff relief in emergencies.

17. Conducts orientation, in-services, and educational programs for nursing personnel.

18. Have the ability to learn computer systems, system applications and related office equipment.

19. Promotes effective work relationships with the administrator, medical staff, personnel, volunteers, agencies, and management staff affiliated with the facility.

20. Attends and participates in facility meetings.

21. Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement Program

22. Participates in Quality Assessment Performance Improvement Program

23. Reviews Quality Measures and takes an active role in improving quality.

24. Assist with investigations and follow up of incidents, accidents and grievances.

25. Audits documentation

26. Reports immediately to supervisor, administrator and local law enforcement situations involving abuse, neglect, or suspicion of a crime.

27. Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Compliance Program, HIPPA Standard, and Computer Usage Agreement.

28. Performs any other responsibilities as discussed and designated by the Director of Nursing.

Apply within and come join a dynamic team of individuals that are dedicated to the overall well being and safety of the resident community we are proud to serve in the Bayou region.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $34.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Skilled nursing facility

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houma, LA 70360: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Long term care: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• LPN or RN License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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