Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Supervisor, RN Shift is responsible for the supervision of the Skilled Nursing facility for his/her particular shift. The RN Shift Supervisor is also responsible for all administrative and professional working policies pertaining to this section; and for supervising and delegating responsibilities to assure that clinical duties and unit activities are completed in order to provide quality patient care.

The RN Shift Supervisor must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the residents served on his/her unit - adult through geriatric. The RN Shift Supervisor must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the resident's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each resident's requirements relative to their age-specific needs; and to provide the care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.

Type of supervision exercised: full. Jobs reporting to this position: all disciplines in absence of Administration.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited Nursing Program preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three (3) years work experience as a Registered Nurse in a long-term care setting required with one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check

and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable).

Possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required.

Must have demonstrated administrative ability, supervisory capabilities and reliability.

Good management skills required.

CPR Certification required or must be obtained and must be maintained.

Must maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Allied Services.

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff, residents and visitors.

Must possess knowledge of Federal and State Regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate Work: duties require exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and/or up to 10lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects (i.e., occasional patient transfers).

Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift.

Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:

Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.

Exposure to needle sticks possible.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in resident living areas.

Required Skills

+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB: | | | | E = Essential Element                       NE = Nonessential Element | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 20% Responsible for the supervision of the Skilled Nursing Facility | | during scheduled tour of duty; makes round throughout facility. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 20% Performs all duties and functions of an RN. Assess physical | | condition and nursing needs of resident. Directs and assures appropriate | | nursing action in crisis situations. Investigates incidents/accidents. | | (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 14% Adjusts staffing to insure adequate staffing on each unit. Ensures | | delegated responsibilities are within staff’s practice/ability. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 11% Communicates reportable events to regulatory agencies and ensures | | follow up. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 10% Directs maintenance of resident care records, performs chart | | reviews/peer reviews to monitor documentation for accuracy and | | completion. Assures documentation meets required standards.   Completes | | reporting requirements for appropriate committees. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 10% Promotes and maintains harmonious relationships among nursing | | personnel and with medical staff, residents and public. Confers with | | supervisors, managers and department heads to discuss improvement of | | employee working relationships, conditions and morale. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Assists with planning, organization and development of comprehensive | | objectives and goals for the nursing department. Assists in | | responsibility of defining duties of nursing personnel to assure that | | departmental objectives are accomplished and standards of nursing care | | are maintained. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Monitors environment for potential safety risks to residents, | | visitors and staff.   Assists in reporting, investigating, documenting | | and assuring follow up with resident/visitor issues. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 2% Ensures coordination of staff education between Unit Managers and | | Staff development.   (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Insures proper and economic use of equipment and supplies for | | maintaining resident care. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Participates in various committees and unit meetings. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Assumes responsibilities as a self-directed professional for | | continuing education through independent study and education programs | | based on individual identifies needs. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+

Required Experience

+--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB: | | | | E = Essential Element                       NE = Nonessential Element | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 20% Responsible for the supervision of the Skilled Nursing Facility | | during scheduled tour of duty; makes round throughout facility. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 20% Performs all duties and functions of an RN. Assess physical | | condition and nursing needs of resident. Directs and assures appropriate | | nursing action in crisis situations. Investigates incidents/accidents. | | (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 14% Adjusts staffing to insure adequate staffing on each unit. Ensures | | delegated responsibilities are within staff’s practice/ability. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 11% Communicates reportable events to regulatory agencies and ensures | | follow up. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 10% Directs maintenance of resident care records, performs chart | | reviews/peer reviews to monitor documentation for accuracy and | | completion. Assures documentation meets required standards.   Completes | | reporting requirements for appropriate committees. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 10% Promotes and maintains harmonious relationships among nursing | | personnel and with medical staff, residents and public. Confers with | | supervisors, managers and department heads to discuss improvement of | | employee working relationships, conditions and morale. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Assists with planning, organization and development of comprehensive | | objectives and goals for the nursing department. Assists in | | responsibility of defining duties of nursing personnel to assure that | | departmental objectives are accomplished and standards of nursing care | | are maintained. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 5% Monitors environment for potential safety risks to residents, | | visitors and staff.   Assists in reporting, investigating, documenting | | and assuring follow up with resident/visitor issues. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 2% Ensures coordination of staff education between Unit Managers and | | Staff development.   (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Insures proper and economic use of equipment and supplies for | | maintaining resident care. (E) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Participates in various committees and unit meetings. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+ | 1% Assumes responsibilities as a self-directed professional for | | continuing education through independent study and education programs | | based on individual identifies needs. (NE) | +--------------------------------------------------------------------------+