RN Clinical Nurse Supervisor Winsted
RN Clinical Nurse Supervisor Winsted
The RN Clinical Nurse Supervisor (CNS) is responsible for leading and overseeing the delivery of clinical care
within the Assisted Living setting. This role ensures high-quality, person-centered services in compliance with
the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, Assisted Living Licensure regulations (Minn. Stat. § 144G), and applicable
organizational policies. The CNS manages care planning, supervises nursing and unlicensed personnel, and plays
a key role in regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and staff development.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
CLINICAL OVERSIGHT AND RESIDENT CARE
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments upon admission and at required intervals, revising care and
service plans accordingly.
Review, evaluate, and update individualized Service Agreements based on changes in resident condition
or preferences.
Ensure clinical services align with provider orders, facility policies, and nursing best practices.
Monitor and respond to resident condition changes; coordinate appropriate medical or supportive
interventions.
Collaborate with physicians, families, case managers, and external providers to support care
coordination.
Oversee infection control and wound care protocols; participate in quality assurance and clinical risk
mitigation strategies.
Provide on-call support for urgent clinical issues and guide staff through emergent care protocols.
SUPERVISION AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT
Supervise and mentor LPNs, CNAs, and Unlicensed Personnel (ULPs); conduct performance evaluations
and provide coaching as needed.
Oversee medication administration practices and ensure documentation meets clinical and regulatory
standards.
Participate in employee recruitment, onboarding, clinical orientation, and ongoing training, including
health and safety education.
Cultivate a culture of psychological safety, wellness, and accountability among staff; address performance
issues proactively and constructively.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AND DOCUMENTATION
Ensure facility practices adhere to Minn. Stat. § 144G, § 245D (as applicable), DHS, MDH, and Board of
Nursing guidelines.
Prepare for and lead responses to regulatory audits, inspections, and surveys.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including incident reporting, medication audits, resident
records, and staff training logs.
Monitor charting practices, ensure documentation integrity, and implement corrective measures when
needed.
TEAM COLLABORATION AND LEADERSHIP
Serve as a clinical liaison between nursing services and other departments, leadership, residents, and
families.
Promote resident-centered care through leadership presence, open communication, and care conference
participation.
Attend and contribute to interdisciplinary meetings, strategic planning sessions, and community
engagement activities.
Support the facility's mission, vision, and values by fostering a professional, collaborative, and
compassionate environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Current, unencumbered RN license in MN
Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in assisted living, skilled nursing, or community
health.
Demonstrated supervisory experience with nursing or direct care staff.
Knowledge of Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, 144G/245D regulations, and relevant healthcare standards.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, and clinical judgment skills.
Preferred
Education or coursework in healthcare administration or leadership
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Experience with Electronic Health Records and digital care documentation platforms.
Required Skills and Abilities
Leadership; achieve established goals through inspiration and loyalty of staff
Business acumen: understands intertwining of departments and how resulting financial metrics
demonstrate their effectiveness.
Resilience: ability to welcome constructive feedback, course correct and not take it personally
Motivator: ability to ensure staff feel supported while ensuring accountability to work expectations
Personability: ability to get along with all personality types and inspire trust with residents, staff, family
and the community
Ability to actively listen, with the goal of understanding
Ability to clearly speak and proficiently read and write English