What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN or LPN Weekend Supervisor - Americus Nursing Center position at MAGNOLIA MANOR?
TITLE: RN or LPN Weekend Supervisor
REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing
Non-Exempt
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The primary purpose of the position is to direct and supervise resident care in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility and as may be required by the Director of Nursing to ensure that the highest quality of care is maintained at all times.
ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure that a sufficient number of LPN’s, RN’s and CNA’s are available to ensure that quality care is maintained.
- Make rounds to ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you are providing quality care in accordance with standards of practice and within the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
- Handle complaints as they arise and report problems to the Director of Nursing.
- Complete nursing documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations and facility policy.
- Notify physician and family of any resident changes (e.g., incidents, skin breakdown, etc.) and complete documentation of the notification in a timely manner.
- Admit, transfer, and discharge residents with completion of necessary paperwork.
- Follow all physician orders for resident care.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS:
- Highly focused and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
- Excellent communication skills written and oral.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active state RN license.
- Must have experience as a supervisor in a healthcare facility.