REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR at GARVEY MANOR NURSING HOME

Frankstown Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Leadership, Nursing Practices, Patient Care, Communication, Decision Making, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Tactfulness, Flexibility, Emotional Resilience, Infection Control, Regulatory Knowledge, Emergency Response, Rehabilitative Nursing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Garvey Manor - HOLLIDAYSBURG, PA 16648 Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: 2 Year Degree Job Shift: Any Purpose of Position The primary purpose of your job position is to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during your tour of duty. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Delegation of Authority As RN Supervisor, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Job Functions Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Qualifications Working Conditions Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.). Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel and other department personnel and supervisors. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Is involved in community/civic health matters/projects as appropriate. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents needs. Educational Requirements Must possess, as a minimum, a nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN program. Experience Requirements Must have, as a minimum, one year of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility or other health-related health care facility. Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices. Specific Requirements Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary to providing quality care. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents and situations. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition. Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devises) Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 4 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Responsibilities

The RN Supervisor is responsible for supervising day-to-day nursing activities in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. This includes ensuring quality care and maintaining communication with medical staff and other departments.