General Description Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, the Shift Supervisor
/ Relief Supervisor is responsible for maintaining the standards of nursing care and
practices within the Facility to meet the physical, psychosocial, and rehabilitation needs
of the residents.
Essential Duties
attain the highest practical level of functioning and to coordinate total nursing care for the
residents as illustrated by the following:
a. Assesses residents who have had an accident or incident that results in
injury or any unusual event. Documents findings as per Resident Care
Manual Policy.
b. Thoroughly investigates allegations of alleged abuse / neglect or
misappropriation of property and notifies appropriate parties as per
policy.
c. Makes daily rounds in areas of nursing care under his/her supervision,
visiting each unit to evaluate overall unit performance, and to receive
comments relating to the residents needs and problems, and implement
necessary changes.
d. Delegates responsibility to nursing personnel through work
assignments, etc. for direct nursing and non-nursing care of patients
during the shift.
e. Assists in assessing level and number of personnel assigned to the unit.
Makes recommendations regarding such personnel where indicated for
better patient care and utilization of such personnel.
f. Supervises and evaluates the performance of nursing personnel under
his/her direct supervision.
g. Instructs nursing personnel on new policies and procedures and
treatments to allow for the most effective use of nursing time.
h. Reports status of nursing personnel and other supervisory matters to the
Assistant Director of Nursing Services and/or Director of Nursing
Services, on a daily basis.
HISTORY:
(A) 8/2012
(B) 8/2013
(C) 1/2017
i. Makes recommendations for hiring, disciplining, evaluating and the
termination of personnel through written reports and verbal
communication.
j. Completes appropriate evaluation summaries and assists with those
completed by Unit Managers and/or Charge Nurses, as needed.
k. Assists in the scheduling of personnel to adequately cover all nursing
shifts.
l. Assists with the preparation of the nursing department budget and
adheres to that budget as approved by the Executive Director.
m. Assesses, monitors, and treats specific patient care conditions pursuant
to physician orders.
n. Maintains open line of communication with attending physician
regarding patient care and/or treatment issues.
o. Verifies the coordination of nursing care with other departments and
disciplines within the Facility to best meet resident care objectives.
p. Conducts periodic rounds to observe Facility appearance and safety,
and makes recommendations or assignments for nursing personnel in
regard to these concerns and/or report these concerns to the appropriate
personnel.
q. Coordinates the resolution of resident activity, social service, and
nutritional problems observed by nursing personnel.
are consistent throughout the Facility. These include:
a. Unit Management System for group assignments and nursing assistant
responsibilities.
b. Restraint Reduction System to verify restraints are at a minimum, and that
restraints are released at least every two hours, or per Care Plan. Restraint
releases are to occur on the unit at the same time or per Care Plan, and be
observed by a licensed staff member.
c. Turning and Positioning System to verify schedules are followed every
two hours or per Care Plan.
d. Resident Ambulation System to verify effectiveness and adherence to
resident ambulation program.
e. Scheduling System to verify scheduling for nurses and cna's is completed
in a fair and consistent manner.
f. Nourishment/Supplements System to verify nourishments/supplements are
passed according to developed schedule.
g. Cleanliness System to verify that environment is clean, orderly and
organized. Reviews written cleaning schedules.
HISTORY:
(A) 8/2012
(B) 8/2013
(C) 1/2017
h. Infection Control System to verify residents are not at risk for infection.
i. Pharmacy System to verify correct meds are received timely, meds are
discarded timely and properly and costs are appropriate for resident payer
sources; and med room and med carts are monitored for policy
compliance.
j. Lab System to verify labs are drawn timely, and in accordance with
doctors orders.
Standard Requirements
Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of the Facility.
Is knowledgeable of resident rights and supports an atmosphere which allows for
the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
OSHA and safety, including standard 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.
a. Confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations
data.
b. HIPAA regulations
c. Quality Assurance requirements and compliance with regulatory
requirements.
d. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment
free from sexual harassment and illegal and discriminatory behavior.
e. Code of Conduct and Compliance Programs when performing job
functions
a. Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plans and completes
job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate
judgment.
b. Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional
situations.
c. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents
regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
d. Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and
guests.
e. Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance,
uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work
duties as assigned.
f. Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a
positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude.
violations of residents' rights to Director of Nursing or Executive Director.
HISTORY:
(A) 8/2012
(B) 8/2013
(C) 1/2017
geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive and socialization factors) in planning
delivery of care.
opportunities provided by the Facility and outside resources.
Other Duties
Provides hands on nursing care to residents as needed as a registered professional nurse,
consistent with the state's Nurse Practice Act.
Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, but
which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances. Performs
other work duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Training:
Maintains a current, valid License as a registered professional nurse in good standing.
Must have current CPR certification.
A.D.A ((Americans with Disabilities Act)(as amended)) REQUIREMENTS: Must be
able to bend, stoop, push, pull, and walk and stand for most of the working day. Requires
manual dexterity sufficient to provide hands-on care to residents as well as to operate
standard office machines such as fax, telephone, etc. Requires normal range of hearing
and vision. Must be free from communicable diseases that pose a "direct threat" to the
health or safety of others and which cannot be eliminated by a reasonable
accommodation. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and transfer and transport
residents. Must be able to carry and transport supplies. Must be able to pass a post-offer,
pre-employment physical health examination as a condition of employment. Must be
capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable
accommodation(s).
Skill(s): Proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills; proficient
interpersonal relations and communicative skills; knowledge of drug interactions, side
effects, and incompatibilities; decision-making skill; proficient assessment skills; safety
techniques; basic computer skills; able to operate various medical and office equipment,
auditory and visual skills. Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in
writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
Experience:
Possesses a minimum one (1) year of experience in nursing service administration