The Nursing Supervisor RN maintains quality clinical care for residents/clients through direct supervision of nursing staff. Communicates modifications to policy and procedures and oversees compliance, serving as a resource to clinical staff. Manages the daily activities of the clinical staff.

Responsibilities

Job Duties specific to this position:

Resident Care:

Supervises the clinical care planning and delivery processes to ensure the coordination of quality patient care. Reviews and updates the care plan accordingly.
Assesses residents/clients upon admission and periodically as conditions change.
Performs rounds to evaluate patient condition.
Provides direct patient care when indicated.
Obtains and implements Physician Orders, checking for accuracy and completeness.
Communicates effectively with the client/resident, family and interdisciplinary team and ensures staff members communicate effectively as well. Delivers education and instruction to residents, clients, families and caregivers when needed.
Communicates between shifts regarding changes in resident/client conditions.
Ensures a safe and secure environment for clients/residents, staff and visitors.
Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Maintains the highest level of customer service within the area of responsibility.
Provides clinical assessment to MD/NPs on call for quality outcomes delivered to patients.

Management and Employee Development:

Provides daily leadership, direction and prioritization to personnel in accordance with Loretto’s policies, procedures, goals and mission.
Plans, implements and evaluates the clinical competencies and on-going educational/orientation needs of the staff. Updates orientation or training materials as needed. Shares current knowledge and up-to-date clinical expertise with staff through formal and informal education. Takes responsibility for own education and stays clinically current.

Budget:

Develops and monitors the department staffing pattern to meet the needs of the patients, within budget parameters.
Checks staff overtime and shifts/hours worked.

Compliance:

Enforces the bargaining unit contract fairly and consistently. Addresses issues in a timely and appropriate manner.
Ensures all annual and re-orientation requirements for nursing staff are met.
Ensures all regulations, policies and procedures are adhered to by nursing staff and self.
Monitors and maintains compliance with third party agencies.

Documentation:

Supervises the processes that facilitate the thorough and accurate completion of required documentation. Examples include but are not limited to: skin//wound reports, ADLs, weights, nourishment, monthly MAR/TAR checks, Admissions, Discharges, incident reports, investigations, audits, PRIs.

Quality:

Monitors adherence to the patient care standards through QAPI/QA processes, taking remedial action when needed.
Participates in Quality Assurance Initiatives. Collects and provides data as required.

Job duties as a Manager

As a Manager, this position is responsible for the ongoing operations and routine decision making within the function, department or site. Emphasis is on executing strategy and tactics. May provide input on strategic matters.
Interprets and applies organization policy, ensuring all activities are in compliance.
Delegates, organizes and coordinates the daily operations of departments within the function, department or site.
Promotes and encourages teamwork among employees and supervisors, and between departments. Communicates ideas and goals clearly and is an effective listener. Ensures that information is effectively communicated and shared throughout the department and organization. Provides and encourages effective coaching. Promotes a positive environment of constructive feedback.
Uses effective communication skills, such as, active listening, unbiased and nonjudgmental language, and open communication style with all staff.
Uses effective communication and critical thinking skills during conflict resolution, problem solving, decision making, and other complex dialogues.
Keeps current in his/her area of specialization and in emerging and best practices.
Fosters process improvements for greater operating efficiency and resident/customer service. Ensures optimal workflow and adequate resources.
Actively leads or participates in meetings, teams and task forces as requested.
Ensures adequate skills, training and development among staff.
Manages and supervises assigned personnel, including performance management, scheduling, and orientation. With the Director and Human Resources guidance, makes or approves recommendations on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, disciplinary actions, terminations and similar actions. In conjunction with HR, resolves grievances and other personnel problems in a fair, timely and consistent manner.
May have input to or recommendations for operating budgets.

Job Expectations for All Employees:

Promotes and role-models the mission, values, vision and strategic goals of Loretto in all interactions with staff, peers, residents, family members, vendors and visitors. Treats people with dignity, professionalism and kindness.
Demonstrates excellent internal and external customer service skills such as friendly greeting, making eye contact, listening attentively, responding in a timely manner, showing respect and empathy and acting as a role model for staff and peers.
Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethics.
Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.
Complies with established policies, procedures, and codes of conduct at all times.
Adheres to all health and safety requirements, regulations, policies and procedures.
Practices and teaches safety awareness. Identifies and reports or corrects any possible safety or environmental issues.
Understands all HIPAA and other compliance & regulatory requirements associated with their role, including completion of required internal or external training/certifications.
Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

At least 3 years’ experience in nursing preferably with 1-2 years in an acute/long term care setting.
Degree from an accredited school of nursing. BSN or BS in related field preferred.
Current New York State RN license and registration in good standing required.
Proven patient assessment skills.
Adheres to best practice nursing care.
Ability to supervise and guide staff while carrying out the duties of an RN.
Proficient in the care planning process.
Outstanding communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, residents, and families from diverse backgrounds who may have physical, sensory and mental impairments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
Ability and knowledge to respond in emergency situations.
Ability to analyze problems, plan resolution strategies, implement solutions and evaluate outcomes.
Proficient in computer programs and able to learn new software rapidly.

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Physical Requirements

Walking/Standing 50.00%

Sitting 40.00%

Lifting 10.00% 50 lbs

Benefits/Compensation

Pay Range $46 - $57 / hour

Pay Range includes shift differentials

Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans

Discounted Gym Membership

Free Loretto Health Clinic Visits

Generous Paid Time-Off Accrual

Fun events for employees

Convenient locations with free parking

Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals

Diaper Assistance Program

Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!

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