What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Weekend Supervisor position at Alaris Health at Cedar Grove?
Alaris Health at Cedar Grove, a 217 bed-skilled nursing Center in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, seeks an RN Weekend Supervisor to assist and support the Center’s nursing philosophy and translate it into a nursing system. Additional responsibilities include:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises the clinical care planning and delivery processes to ensure the coordination of quality patient care.
Assesses residents/clients upon admission and periodically as conditions change
Performs rounds to evaluate patient condition
Provides or assists with the delivery of direct patient care when indicated, including activities of daily living, meal assistance, medication and treatment administration, and leisure activities when indicated
Obtains and implements Physician Orders, checking for accuracy and completeness
Communicates between shifts regarding changes in resident/patient condition
Provides clinical assessment to MD/NPs on call for quality outcomes delivered to patients
Make daily rounds of the Nursing Services Department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.
Report findings to the Director of Nursing Services
Make appropriate reports to the Director of Nursing Services, as required or as may be necessary
QUALIFICATIONS:
Active NJ RN license in good standing required
RN-BSN Required
Minimum 5 years nursing experience in a hospital, nursing home or other healthcare setting and a minimum 1-year experience as a nurse supervisor
Strong knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care centers.