What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Nurse Supervisor Job Description (RN/LPN) position at The Terraces Orleans?
The Terraces Skilled Nursing is seeking an experienced, confident nurse leader to serve as our Weekend Nurse Supervisor. In this role, you will be the clinical lead for the building on weekend shifts, overseeing nursing operations, resident care, staffing, clinical documentation, and facility safety.
This is a great opportunity for an RN or LPN who thrives on leadership and problem-solving, enjoys supporting and coaching staff, and takes pride in keeping care and documentation standards high when the management team is off-site. You’ll have the support of the DON, ADON, and Administrator, along with the autonomy to lead your weekend team.
Responsibilities
Nursing Supervision & Staff Accountability
- Supervise nursing staff and CNAs; round on units to assess resident care, staff performance, and safety
- Follow up with clinical staff on incomplete assignments, documentation, treatments, and care concerns; provide coaching and corrective feedback
Staffing & Shift Coverage
- Respond to call-outs, secure coverage, adjust assignments, and communicate significant staffing concerns to nursing management
PCC Documentation & Clinical Follow-Up
- Review PointClickCare (PCC) records for accurate, timely nursing notes, change-in-condition assessments, incidents, and admission documentation
- Verify CNA point-of-care documentation for ADLs, showers, bowel movements, vital signs, and weights
- Follow up on missing entries and outstanding tasks before shift end whenever possible
- Verify new physician orders are entered, acknowledged, implemented, and communicated; hand off unresolved items to the oncoming shift and ADON/DON
Resident Care & Clinical Oversight
- Assess changes in condition and ensure appropriate physician/NP and family notification and follow-up
- Coordinate admissions, transfers, discharges, and hospital returns; monitor medications, treatments, infection control, and safety
- Investigate incidents and falls, document findings, and ensure immediate interventions
Physician/NP Communication
- Collect nonurgent requests from units and coordinate routine on-call communication when clinically appropriate
- Escalate urgent concerns immediately; ensure new orders and recommendations are implemented and documented
Facility Operations & Communication
- Act as weekend clinical lead; respond to emergencies and resident/family concerns
- Support completion of in-service and Relias education for weekend staff
- Notify the DON and Administrator immediately of any significant incidents, abuse allegations, or staffing or regulatory concerns; coordinate with support departments
End-of-Shift Responsibilities
- Confirm nursing and CNA assignments and PCC follow-up; provide a thorough handoff
- Complete a weekend supervisor report covering staffing, incidents, admissions, clinical follow-up, and unresolved matters for DON review
Qualifications
- Current Massachusetts RN or LPN license and CPR certification
- Two years of long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred
- Strong clinical judgment, leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Working knowledge of PointClickCare (PCC) and long-term care regulatory requirements
- Professionalism, accountability, clear communication, and timely follow-through
Pay range: $33 to 45 per hour
Why Join The Terraces?
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive leadership team
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Beautiful Cape Cod location
- Meaningful work that impacts lives every day
Location: The Terraces Orleans – Orleans, Massachusetts
Salary : $33 - $45