RN Supervisor-H (full time)

Pikes Peak Post Acute; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pikes Peak Post Acute in Zion, IL seeks an experienced RN Supervisor to oversee day-to-day nursing activities during the tour of duty, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local standards while maintaining the highest quality of care. The role includes coordinating resident care, supervising LVNs/LPNs and CNAs, performing skilled assessments, and leading staff orientation and ongoing training.

Strong communication with physicians, families, and other health professionals is essential, as

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited school.
• 2+ years in long-term care; minimum 2 years supervisory experience.
• Experience with PCC EHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in resident care.
• Manage and administer IVs.
• Supervise, instruct, and assist LVN/LPNs, CNAs, and treatment staff.
• Make rounds and provide reports.
• Perform skilled care assessments.
• Lead staff orientation and ongoing training.
• Respond to care issues and changes in condition.
• Communicate with physicians and families regarding care.
• Oversee care plans and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and incident investigations.

Skills

Resident care

IV administration

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

PCC EHR

Job description

General Purpose

The primary responsibility of the RN Supervisor is to supervise the day‑to‑day nursing activities of the facility during the tour of duty. This supervision must comply with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility and may be required by the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Essential Duties

• Coordinate and participate in resident care.
• Manage and administer IVs.
• Supervise, instruct, and assist LVN/LPN nurses, treatment nurses, and CNAs in provision of care with prompt response to call signals.
• Make rounds and provide report.
• Perform skilled care assessments.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of staff.
• Respond to and monitor care issues and changes in condition.
• Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self‑care, independence, and well‑being.
• Supervise staff, including taking or assisting with appropriate disciplinary measures.
• Assist physicians and other health‑care providers during visits and examinations.
• Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment, and changes in condition.
• Communicate with resident families/significant others regarding care.
• Coordinate preparation for new admissions.
• Coordinate and respond to medical emergencies.
• Communicate new or updated orders for rehabilitation therapies.
• Verify laboratory test samples are obtained as ordered, results are received timely, and physicians are notified promptly.
• Provide resident care, including carrying out physician orders, providing medication, and treatment.
• Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to the Director of Nursing.
• Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing department.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator, Director of Nursing, or Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Oversee direct‑care activities to ensure care delivery is consistent with policies and procedures.
• Oversee the development and implementation of care plans. Review for regulatory compliance and nursing standards.
• Assure physician orders are current, accurate, signed, and communicated to the nursing staff and other clinical disciplines.
• Assure documentation and investigation of incidents are appropriate and monitor for accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary communication and collaboration.
• Collaborate with ancillary services for efficient, timely, and accurate delivery of services and reports (Pharmacy, Labs, Therapies).
• Regularly communicate information and changes to staff.
• Counsel, coach, and educate employees to maintain or improve performance.
• Complete audits of the med carts, med rooms, charting/documentation, and other nursing practices.
• Monitor and evaluate infection control practices.
• Participate in new employee orientation and training.
• Identify staffing needs.

Supervisory Requirements

Assist with the overall supervision of and management of the nursing staff.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
• Two or more years of experience, preferably in a long‑term care facility, and a minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and experience with EHR software preferred (PCC).

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Current Registered Nursing License (RN) and current CPR certification.

Knowledge and Experience with PCC Preferred

Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times.

Physical Demands

The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: standing and/or walking very frequently; sitting occasionally; reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing and pulling very frequently; talking and/or hearing very frequently; tasting and/or smelling very frequently; lifting up to 50 pounds frequently; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling occasionally; and clear vision with the ability to adjust focus.

Minimum Travel May Be Required

No travel requirements beyond normal daily duties.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.