Supervising Registered Nurse

Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Shakers (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

On-site daycare for employees

Tuition reimbursement

Free bus pass

Job summary

Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Supervising Registered Nurse to oversee nursing staff, coordinate resident care, and ensure high standards of service. You will supervise staff, prepare reports, and collaborate with medical, dietary, therapy and pharmacy teams to maintain residents at their best functional level.

Minimum qualifications include 4 years as an RN with 2 in supervision and NY RN licensure.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse, two (2) of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Possession of a license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Thorough knowledge of professional nursing techniques and their relation to medical practices

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with medical staff in the care and treatment of residents.
• Assigns unit staffing to assure quality of services.
• Supervises the preparation of descriptive medical reports and data.
• Instructs nursing staff on problems, techniques, and staff evaluations.
• Coordinates services with other departments for resident well‑Being.
• Interacts with medical, dietary, therapy, social services and pharmacy.
• Supervises activities of subordinates and distribution of supplies.
• Assists in formulation and execution of policies and procedures.
• Maintains good relationships with residents and their families.
• Prepares records and reports.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Clinical techniques

Ward management

Staff evaluations

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

Registered Professional Nurse license

Job description

The supervising registered nurse is responsible for maintaining high standards of professional nursing services with special emphasis on the supervision and instruction of nursing personnel, as well as the coordination of the facilities services to afford the residents a suitable environment. In addition to the supervisory duties, the incumbent may be assigned specialized tasks pertinent to the care and welfare of the residents. The work is performed under the general direction of the director or assistant director of nursing. Performs other tasks as required.

Responsibilities/Typical Work Activities:

• Collaborates with medical staff in the care and treatment of residents;

• Assigns unit staffing assure the quality of services available to residents;

• Supervises the preparation of and submits descriptive medical, and statistical reports, records and data;

• Instructs and assists the nursing staff and auxiliary nursing personnel on nursing problems, clinical techniques, unit management, staff evaluations, takes disciplinary action and related activities;

• Coordinates the services rendered by other departments in the interest of effective management and of maintaining residents at their highest practical level of function;

• Interacts with all major functional operations on issues involving residents’ well-being including medical, dietary, therapy social services and pharmacy;

• Supervises the activities of and instructs subordinates as needed;

• Performs a variety of personnel management, clinical department and unit management and supply distribution activities;

• Assists in the formulation and execution of policies and procedures;

• Promotes and maintains good relationships with residents and their relatives and friends;

• Prepares a variety of records and reports.

Full Performance, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

• Thorough knowledge of professional nursing techniques and their relation to medical practices and skill in their application;

• Good knowledge of clinical division management, ward management and supply distribution practices;

• Good knowledge of the facilities operations and the need to coordinate all services for the well-being of the residents;

• Ability to supervise the administration of prescribed therapeutic measures;

• Ability to secure the cooperation of others;

• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others;

• Ability to understand and carry out technical, oral and written instructions;

• Good observation, mental alertness, thoroughness, cheerfulness, patience, emotional stability, empathetic attitude towards the sick;

• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse, two (2) of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.

Special Requirement at Time of Appointment:

Possession of a license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.

Employee Benefits:

• Experience-based pay and shift differentials

• New York State retirement plan and optional deferred compensation

• Tuition reimbursement

• On-site daycare for full-time employees

• Health insurance: low-cost health plan (Anthem, formerly Empire), dental, vision, prescriptions

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal and holidays

• Free CDTA bus pass with direct stop at Shaker Place

• 529 college savings plan

• Weekly payroll

• Flexible spending account

About Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing:

Beautiful, recently renovated, state-of-the-art facilities with new amenities, advanced equipment, and thoughtful design. We cultivate a supportive, inclusive, respectful, diverse, and welcoming culture committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents. Our mission is to provide comprehensive care and exceptional services to the people of Albany County and surrounding areas. For nearly 50 years, we have been committed to enhancing each resident’s quality of life and valuing their independence, dignity, and happiness.

Shaker Place Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is an E-Verify participant and equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.