REGISTERED NURSE SUPERVISOR A

State of Louisiana; Reserve (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home seeks a Registered Nurse Supervisor A to oversee four wings on the night shift, coordinating care with LPNs, CNAs, and RNs. The role combines clinical excellence with compassionate leadership in a Veterans Affairs facility.

Prerequisites include active Louisiana RN licensure (or equivalent) and relevant experience. Responsibilities include directing resident care, evaluating staff, ensuring 24-hour continuity, and

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN license or temporary permit or NLC/eNLC multi-state license.
• Three years of RN experience; OR a BSN with two years; OR MSN/MPH with two years; OR Doctorate with one year.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and delivers resident care on assigned units, including shift coordination, staff reassignment, and direct patient care as needed (e.g., administering medications, treatments, and assessments).
• Supervises and evaluates subordinate staff, including performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and staff development.
• Collaborates with nursing leadership and other departments to ensure 24-hour continuity of care and a safe environment for residents.
• Completes clinical documentation such as RAI, MDS, and care plan updates based on evolving needs.
• Investigates and reports complaints and unusual occurrences, documenting findings and proposing action plans.

Education

Louisiana Registered Nurse license

NLC/eNLC license

Job description

Overseer of four wings on the night shift that includes supervising the LPN, CNA and RNs.

Our mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to serve the Veteran population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, nursing, restorative and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion, and provide services.

Join the State of Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home, where you'll step into a leadership role as a Registered Nurse Supervisor A that combines clinical excellence with genuine care for those who served.

Possession of a current Louisiana Registered Nurse license or a temporary permit or multi-state license issued by a Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC/eNLC) state to practice as a registered nurse plus one of the following:

• Three years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
• A bachelor's degree in nursing plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
• A master's degree in nursing or public health plus two years of experience as a licensed registered nurse; OR
• A doctorate in nursing or public health plus one year of experience as a licensed registered nurse.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Plans, directs, and delivers resident care on assigned units, including shift coordination, staff reassignment, and direct patient care as needed (e.g., administering medications, treatments, and assessments).
• Supervises and evaluates performance of subordinate staff, including conducting performance evaluations, managing disciplinary actions, and supporting professional development through in-service training.
• Collaborates with nursing leadership and other departments to ensure 24-hour continuity of care and maintain a safe, effective environment for residents.
• Completes clinical documentation such as the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI), Minimum Data Set (MDS), and updates care plans based on residents' evolving needs.
• Investigates and reports complaints and unusual occurrences, documenting findings and proposing plans of action to Nursing Administration.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: N/A

Work Schedule: Hours are from Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to include some weekends and holidays.

Compensation: Special Entrance Rate: $ 2712.80 BI-WEEKLY / $33.91 PER HOUR

Premium Pay: $7.00/HR - Worked Hours Only

Shift Differential: This position qualifies for shift differentials, with rates varying based on shift time, day of the week, and holidays.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Name of Contact Person - CATHY W. SULLIVAN

Agency/Department Name - HUMAN RESOURCES/SOUTHEAST LA VETERANS HOME

Mailing Address - 4080 WEST AIRLINE HIGHWAY RESERVE, LA 70084

Phone Number - 985-479-4080