Nursing Supervisor - Medical Respite

Public Health Management Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Management Corporation is seeking a Nursing Supervisor - Medical Respite to supervise nursing staff providing post-acute medical care. This role involves coordinating with community healthcare providers, managing a dedicated nursing team, and ensuring high-quality clinical care for individuals transitioning from hospital settings.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN or MSN, a Pennsylvania RN license, and at least five years of nursing experience, including supervisory and infection control skills.

Qualifications

• Five years in the nursing field.
• Infection control and wound care experience required.
• Supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing staff supporting clinical services.
• Develop strong internal and external partnerships.
• Support clinical providers and social services staff.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Sensitivity to the needs and issues of diverse and disenfranchised individuals

Strong leadership

Education

BSN or MSN preferred

Pennsylvania RN

Job description

PHMC serves as both a direct service provider to individuals, families, and communities across the region and as an intermediary agent – managing large-scale contracts, government and philanthropic partnerships, and multidisciplinary initiatives that require operational sophistication, strategic leadership, and deep mission alignment.

Job Description

The Nursing Supervisor – Medical Respite will supervise nursing staff supporting clinical services in post‑acute medical care for individuals released from a hospital stay following an illness, surgery, or an injury, and are too ill or frail to recover in a shelter‑based setting. Participants are provided with respite‑based services, including medication management, discharge planning, appointment transportation and scheduling, case coordination, and connecting clients to primary care. The role works closely with the Medical Director, Respite Program Administrator, and other respite staff to support daily respite operations, working relationships with referral sources, on‑site patient evaluations, supporting clinical care and staffing in all respects, and secondary support with administrative matters such as IT and food service. All services are provided in collaboration with on‑site or community‑based case managers and with any other healthcare for the homeless staff providing services to the target population. The Nursing Supervisor – Medical Respite will report to the Director of Nursing and serve on PHMC Health’s nursing leadership team, along with the Nursing Supervisors for Shelter Nursing and Health Centers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the management of the team in coordination with PHMC Health leadership, in particular the Medical Director, Director of Nursing, Respite Program Administrator, and other nursing supervisors.
• Develop strong internal and external partnerships.
• Supervise and support the nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.
• Convene and facilitate weekly team meetings to review patient progress and for discharge planning.
• Work in collaboration with social services (case manager/behavioral health).
• Assist in the development and enforcement of clinical protocols in collaboration with the Director of Nursing and Medical Director.
• Assist in the development and implementation of all medication storage and management protocols.
• Manage inventory and purchasing of nursing/medical supplies.
• Observe HIPAA requirements and provide patient privacy within the limitations of the site.
• Provide medication management using specified guidelines outlined by the medical respite standard in accordance with the medical respite standards.
• Support clinical providers and social services staff on regular care, admissions, and discharge goal plans.
• Review medical respite criteria for admissions with referring entities.
• Review referrals working in collaboration with the Respite Program Administrator and clinical staff using established criteria to determine appropriateness for the program.
• Update and maintain daily census.
• Assist with patients’ transportation.
• Assure the safety of all staff and patients.
• Coordinate with nursing staff and the Respite Program Administrator for the scheduling of medical appointments.
• Assist in the coordination of Medication‑Assisted Therapy, IV antibiotics, oxygen, wound care, and other specialized clinical patient care needs.
• Participate in professional trainings, webinars, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of programs offered and keep current with respite program changes and new services offered.
• Participate in advocacy and coordination committees addressing issues related to homelessness.
• Assume new responsibilities as new needs are identified.

Infection Control/Emergency Preparedness

• Provide coordination and monitoring services for reporting of suspected or confirmed communicable diseases that can be transmitted through routine contact, and provide on‑call services for all respite services in partnership with the Respite Program Administrator.
• Monitor respites for consistent hand washing, care of the environment, use of safety syringes and sharps disposal, and use of personal protective equipment.
• Manage or participate, as needed, in respite‑based communicable disease outbreaks, emergency preparedness/disaster response, and other health initiatives.
• Provide education to the community and academic health care professionals to provide comprehensive, culturally competent, continuous care to people experiencing homelessness.
• Provide monthly tracking and record keeping on‑site for the environment of care report, and discuss and monitor remediation of any deficiencies with PHMC Health leadership staff.

Clinical

• Provide resources for screening and immunization to respite staff, as indicated.
• Document all services promptly.
• Review, record, and submit monthly CLIA lab reports.
• Oversee seasonal influenza vaccine process in collaboration with site nurse(s).
• Maintain site sign requirements to meet Joint Commission requirements.
• Monitor site equipment maintenance.
• Attend UDS measures meetings as requested.
• Support effective utilization of the Electronic Medical Record for patient care.
• Conduct auditing of nursing documentation; provide feedback and corrections.
• Routinely monitor and report outcomes based on HCH data, MARS, on‑site logs, and chart review, and develop action plans to address issues identified.

PHMC Compliance Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to PHMC compliance standards as they appear in the PHMC Code of Conduct, Whistleblowers' and Conflict of Interest Policies.
• Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and PHMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Comply with HIPAA and Confidentiality Policies and Procedures as they apply to the job.
• Comply with Department of Public Health (DPH), The Joint Commission, and other accreditation and regulatory agencies standards.
• Adhere to all PHMC Policies and Procedures.
• Have knowledge and adherence to Infection Control and Environment of Care Guidelines and Procedures as described in the annual education module.

Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Sensitivity to the needs and issues of diverse and disenfranchised individuals
• Strong leadership

Experience

• Five years in the nursing field
• Infection control and wound care experience required
• Supervisory experience required
• Experience in community health nursing, preferred
• Experience with providing care in shelter and haven environments, preferred
• Emergency preparedness experience, preferred
• Refined organizational skills and leadership qualities

Education

• BSN or MSN preferred
• Licenses and certifications: Pennsylvania RN

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E‑Verify Employer.

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