Weekend-Nurse Supervisor (RN)

Weekend-Nurse Supervisor

The Orchards at Canterbury on the Lake , located in Waterford Twp , MI is currently seeking a Nurse Supervisor to join our team.

Nurse Supervisor Duties and Responsibilities :

• Assist in directing and supervising the implementation of the resident care plan, including but not limited to : ensuring use of appropriate safety devices, positioning and toileting plans, infection control measures.
• Assist in coordinating and supervising all services on assigned units to achieve a comfortable and homelike atmosphere for the residents.
• Regular rounding on nursing units that includes but is not limited to : checking in with licensed and unlicensed staff, checking residents who are acutely ill or actively dying, greeting all new admissions.
• Assure that staff treats residents with dignity and respect.
• Assure staff follow facility policies and procedures.
• Assist in creating a team-oriented atmosphere that enhances resident care and quality of life. Provide support and direction for nurses including, but not limited to : assisting in assessment and care planning for residents who may be experiencing a change in condition, assisting with task management and setting priorities, providing education, obtaining appropriate supplies / medications.
• Monitor and assure that incidents, accidents and resident / staff complaints are reported and documented correctly. Assist in determining root cause, and in initiating preventive measures / interim safety plan. Assure communication to all responsible parties including administration and unit managers.
• Facilitate communication between licensed nurses and providers, responsible parties or outside vendors as needed to ensure resident care needs are appropriately met.
• Assure complete and accurate documentation through spot-checking and on-going supervision.
• Respond to, assist with and document facility emergencies.
• Consult with Unit Managers in the provision of continuity of care to residents. Discuss staffing issues and emergent or on-going problems.
• Exercise hiring and terminating authority.
• Facilitate communication between shift staff and unit managers / DON / ADON.
• Assist in ensuring adequate staffing for the nursing department.
• Discipline unit staff according to Human Resources and nursing department policies when necessary.
• Supervise proper use of equipment. Recommend equipment and supply needs to DON.
• Assist in direct resident care and work as a staff nurse, as necessary.
• Prepare / administer performance reviews for shift staff in consultation with unit managers; provide correction / re-education to shift staff as needed.

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