JOBS

Covenant Living has a Nursing Supervisor position open. In this role, the Nursing Supervisor, RN will:

• Supervise professional and non-professional nursing staff. Ensure quality of care by making rounds to determine effectiveness of care, resident satisfaction, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Manage the overall functioning of the building for assigned shift.
• Provide explanation of nursing policies and procedures and assistance to staff to ensure ongoing understanding and training.
• With Director of Nursing, participate in evaluation, discipline, and motivation of staff.
• Communicate on regular basis with Director of Nursing and/or administration regarding observations and suggestions of problem areas, resident and employee activities, concerns, needs, etc.
• Provide explanation of nursing care to residents and families according to procedures.  Provide instructions relating to medical care as appropriate.
• Administer direct and/or emergency care when necessary. Respond to emergency needs of residents. Contact emergency medical services for assistance when required.
• Handle special projects as assigned by DON.
• Assign work areas and relocate staff as needed to assure high quality of nursing care and completion of tasks.
• Assist in orientation of new nursing personnel and reinforce training standards to maintain high quality of care.
• Assure the functional and sanitary maintenance of the nursing units and equipment. Report routine and emergency maintenance needs according to established procedures.
• Assure the safety and security of patients through the proper use of equipment, safety devices, and by knowing and following fire, safety and disaster procedures.
• Communicate with other department supervisors, physicians, consultants, staff, residents, and families to coordinate care of residents.