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2p-10p
10p-6a
Double Weekend RN Supervisor
Summary Description
To deliver nursing care to patients requiring long-term acute care and/or rehab care.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Treatments are completed as indicated.
• Responsibility is taken for own professional growth. All mandatory and other in-services are attended.
• Patient/resident is approached in a kind/gentle and friendly manner. Respect for the patient’s/resident’s dignity and privacy is consistently provided.
• Independence by the patient/resident in activities of daily living is fully encouraged possible.
• Works under direct supervision in accordance with the state-specific Nurse Practice Act, facility Policies and Procedures and nursing judgment.
• In accordance with state-specific regulations, directs and supervises care given by other nursing personnel in selected situations.
• Safety guidelines established by the facility (i.e., proper needle disposal) are followed.
• Observations related to the effectiveness of nursing interventions, medications, etc., are reported as appropriate and documented in the progress notes.
• Maintains knowledge of necessary documentation requirements.
• Patient/Resident Education/Discharge Panning
• Professionalism
• Medications are charted correctly with name, dose, route, site, time, and initials of nurse administering.
• Emergency situations are recognized, and appropriate action is instituted.
• All work areas are neat and clean.
• Co-workers are informed of changes in patient/resident conditions or of any other changes occurring on the unit.
• Functional assignments are completed.
• Supplies are used appropriately.
• Side-rails and height of bed are adjusted.
• Staffing needs are communicated to the nursing supervisor.
• Unit activities are coordinated (i.e., changing patients/residents rooms for admissions, coordinating transfer/discharge forms, etc.).
• Procedures are performed according to the method outlined in the procedure manual.
• Documentation of observations is complete and reflects knowledge of unit documentation policies and procedures.
• Maintains patient/resident care supplies, equipment and environment.
• IV bags and tubings are changed according to unit policy.
• Provides patient/resident/family/caregiver education as directed.
• Body substance precautions and other appropriate infection control practices are utilized with all nursing interventions.
• I&O summaries are recorded and added correctly.
• Discharge/death summaries are complete and accurate.
• Authority is acknowledged and response to the direction of supervisors is appropriate.
• Time is spent with patients/residents rather than other personnel.
• Appropriate notes are written for medications not given and actions taken.
• Confidentiality of patient/resident is respected at all times (i.e. when answering telephone and/or speaking to co-workers).
• Successful IV Certification Class completion required within 6 months of hire date.
• Tests are scheduled and preps are completed as indicated.
• Nursing history is present in the medical record for all patients/ residents.
• Active participation in patient/resident care management is evident.
• Minimal supplies are stored in the patient’s/resident’s room.
• Transfer forms are complete and accurate.
• Cost Awareness
• Parenteral intake is accurately recorded on the unit flow sheet or I&O record.
• All emergency equipment can be readily located and operated (emergency oxygen supply, drug box, AED, crash cart, fire extinguisher, etc.)
• Awareness of our own limitations is evident, and assistance is sought when necessary.
• Facility Policy and Procedure Manual or reference materials are utilized as needed.
• Patient/Resident/Family teaching is conducted according to the nursing care plan.
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance and use, i.e., monitors, infusion devices, drain devices, etc.
• Participates in the identification of staff educational needs.
• Rooms are neat and orderly.
• Medications not given are indicated with the reason noted and physician notified if applicable.
• Leadership
• Patient/resident call light and equipment is within reach.
• Floor stock medications are re-stocked appropriately.
• Only approved abbreviations are utilized.
• Human Relations
• The dress code is adhered to.
• Patient’s/Resident’s medication record is labeled with full name, room number, date, and allergies.
• Evaluation of care plan is noted monthly or as indicated.
• Assistance, direction, and education are provided to unit personnel and families.
• Care Plans:
• IV sites are monitored, and catheters changed according to unit policy.
• All parenteral fluids are administered according to the ordered infusion rate.
• Pulse and blood pressure and obtained and recorded when appropriate.
• Vital signs are properly and timely recorded.
• General Patient/Resident Care
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. CPR, protects patients/residents from injury).
• Communication
• Evaluation of Care
• Contributions to care plan revision are made as indicated by the patient’s/resident’s status.
• Provides input in the formulation and evaluation of standards of care.
• Maintains confidentiality and patient/resident rights, regarding all patient/resident/personnel information.
• Delivers nursing care to patients/residents requiring long-term or rehabilitative care.
• Adheres to state-specific Nurse Practice Act for administration of medication and parenteral therapy.
• Collects patient/resident data, makes observations, and reports pertinent information related to the care of the patient/resident.
• The procedure for administration and counting of narcotics is followed.
• Documentation
• Staff meetings are attended.
• Unit flow sheets are completed properly (i.e. wound care records, treatment records, weight sheets, etc.).
• According to state-specific regulations, implements the patient/resident plan of care and evaluates the patient/resident response.
• Incident Reports are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Organizational ability and time management is demonstrated.
• Information is relayed to other members of the health care team (i.e., physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, social services, etc.) and family/responsible party.
• Explanations are given to the patient/resident prior to interventions.
• Goals are stated.
• Conducts self in a professional manner in compliance with unit and facility policies.
• Interventions are performed in a timely manner. Explanations for delays in answers/responses are provided.
• A positive working relationship with patients/residents, visitors and facility staff is demonstrated.
• Discharged medications are returned to the pharmacy or destroyed in a timely manner.
• Admission and routine patient/resident observations/transfer notes are complete and accurately reflect the patient’s/resident’s status.
• Co-workers are readily assisted as needed.
• Successful TPN Certification Class completion required within 6 months of hire date.
• Progress notes are timed, dated and signed.
• Changes in a patient’s/resident’s physical/psychological condition (i.e., changes in lab data, vital signs, mental status), are reported appropriately.
• Medication Administrations/Parenteral Therapy Record
• Name and title of nurse administering medication are documented.
• Professional behavior is demonstrated.
• Participates in the development of unit objectives.
• Change of shift report is complete, accurate and concise.
• Equitable care assignments that are appropriate to patient/resident needs are made prior to the beginning of the shift.
• Coordination of Care
• Decisions are made that reflect knowledge and good judgment and demonstrate an awareness of patient/resident/family/physician needs.
• Works rotating shifts, holiday and weekends as scheduled.
• Appropriate actions are taken related to identified IV infusion problems (infiltration, phlebitis, poor infusion, etc.).
• Data Collection
• Problems are identified, data is gathered, solutions are suggested, and communication regarding the problem is appropriate.
• Serves as a preceptor, as delegated, for new staff.
• Pertinent nursing problems are identified.
• Transcription of all orders is checked.
• Safety concerns are identified, and appropriate actions are taken to maintain a safe environment.
• Adherence to Facility Procedures
• All parenteral fluids, including additives, are charted with time and date started, time infusion completed, site of infusion and signature of nurse.
• Planning of Care: Contributions to the formulation/review of nursing care plans are made as appropriate, under the direct supervision or delegation of an RN.
• Committee meetings (if assigned) are attended. Reports related to the committee are given during staff meetings.
• Appropriate nursing orders are recommended.
• Dates that medications are started or discontinued are documented.

Other Duties

• As this job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, the employee will be expected to perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.

Standard Responsibilities

• Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
• Safety, including precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
• Reports complaints, problems and concerns regarding co-workers, management or residents in accordance with facility policy.
• Agrees to comply with the Code of Conduct.
• Compliance with and enforcement of current law and policy to provide a work environment free from harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• Confidentiality and privacy of all data, including patient/resident, employee and operations data.
• Is knowledgeable of patient/resident rights and promotes an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
• Supports the Facility
• Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.
• Compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
• Promotes positive public relations with patients, residents, family members and guests.
• Supports and participates in common teamwork:
• Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and complete job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.

Employment Standards
Education: Graduation from a basic education program in vocational nursing
Experience: A minimum of one year’s nursing experience in a long-term or acute care setting preferred.
License/Other: Must have a current license to practice profession in state. Must have a reliable source of transportation. Must have a valid driver license and automobile insurance.
Working Conditions
Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility. Must be able to move about intermittently during working hours including standing, lifting, bending, stooping, twisting, pushing and pulling. Must be able to read, write and speak the English language. Must be able to transfer residents and assist in emergency evacuations. Interacts with residents, family members, staff, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions/circumstances. Must be able to relate and work with the disables, ill, elderly, emotionally upset and at times, hostile people within the facility. May be involved in community/civic health matters/projects. May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses. Must be able to effectively communicate with the management staff, medical staff, nursing staff and other unit supervisors. Maintains a liaison with residents, their families, support staff, etc. to assure that the residents’ needs are continually met.