Nurse Supervisor

The Alden Network; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alden Network is seeking an experienced registered nurse to provide continuity of supervision and operation during the PM shift, ensuring that facility policies are followed and quality of care is maintained.

The ideal candidate holds a current RN license in Illinois and/or Wisconsin, a current CPR certificate, and at least one year of nursing administration experience; strong leadership, decision making, and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess current RN license in Illinois and/or Wisconsin.
• Minimum of one (1) year nursing service administration experience.
• Must possess current CPR certificate.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English clearly.
• Must be able to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Must be able to deal tactfully with residents, family, visitors, staff, and authorities.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerfulness and enthusiasm.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team to ensure accurate nursing documentation on an ongoing basis.
• Dashboard clearing.
• POC compliance.
• Dietary recommendations carried out.
• Pharmacy recommendations carried out.
• Track surveillance antibiotic usage and update care plans as needed.
• Coordinate documents for scheduling appointments.
• Ensure Nursing procedures and protocols follow established policies.
• Make daily rounds to supervise nursing personnel and ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Notify Department Heads of immediate concerns and report to Administrator.
• Ensure PCC documentation by nursing and POC by CNAs.
• Monitor and supervise all staff on duty.
• Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure proper administration.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

RN license (IL/WI)

Nursing admin experience

Current CPR certificate

English proficiency

Independent decision making

Leadership / supervision

Patience and enthusiasm

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

• To provide continuity of supervision and operation of facility during the PM shift assuring that facility policies are followed, and that quality of care is maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois and/or Wisconsin.

• Minimum of one (1) year nursing service administration experience.

• Must possess current CPR certificate.

• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in an understandable manner.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, personnel, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with personnel.

• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.

• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.

• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, visitors, personnel, and support agencies.

• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.

• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people.

• May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., throughout the day.

• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responsible for collaborating with members of the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure accurate completion of nursing documentation on a ongoing basis including but not limited to:

• Dashboard clearing

• POC compliance

• Dietary recommendations carried out

• Pharmacy recommendations carried out

• Tracking surveillance antibiotic usage and resolving diagnoses for infections and updating care plans

• Coordination of documents for scheduling appointments

• Assure all Nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with
  established policies

• Make daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel are performing required duties

• and to ensure that appropriate procedures are being followed.

• Notify appropriate Department Heads regarding immediate concerns,
  communicate all other concerns to the Administrator.

• Ensure all PCC documentation is being completed by nursing, and POC documentation completed by CNAs.

• Monitor and supervise all staff on duty.

• Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure medications are being administered as ordered and treatments are provided as scheduled

• Perform other related duties as assigned.