Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor

Life Care Centers of America; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an RN Supervisor to coordinate patient care and services, promoting quality care through collaboration with patients and families.

Requirements include an active RN license, an associate or BSN in nursing, and CPR certification. Two years of nursing experience, preferably in geriatric care, with adherence to Life Care policies and compliance training.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Active RN license in the applicable state.
• Two years of nursing experience; geriatrics preferred.
• CPR certification required at hire or during orientation and maintained.
• Follow Life Care standards and adherence to regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services.
• Direct licensed staff and CNAs in prioritizing patient care needs.
• Assess patient needs and develop plans of care.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Communicate effectively within an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

RN License

CPR Certification

Geriatric Nursing

Patient Care Coordination

Communication Skills

Education

Associate or BSN in Nursing

Job description

Position Summary

The RN Supervisor is responsible for the coordination of the patient’s care and services. Promotes quality care using a collaborative process that coordinates, monitors, and evaluates services according to the needs of patients. Works together with the patient and family in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Two (2) years’ nursing experience. Geriatric nursing experience preferred. Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Expert knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact, which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being
• Assist patients daily to evaluate quality of patient care rendered
• Direct licensed staff and CNAs in prioritizing patient care needs/reporting requirements
• Assess patients’ needs and develop plans of care
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer