What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Supervisor IM Per Diem position at Bristol Health?
At Bristol Health, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Health.
JOB SUMMARY :
Supervises the total nursing care activities in the facility during each tour of duty. Delegates
responsibility to nursing personnel for direct nursing care of residents.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Effectively oversees the delivery of resident care through the proper administration of
staffing and supplies and materials.
- Ensures proper staffing of all units for the safe and effective delivery of resident care.
- Adjusts staffing levels by reducing staff or calling in additional staff as resident care
needs dictate within the prescribed standards of the facility.
and procedures of Ingraham Manor.
and staff.
for personnel related action such as promotions, transfers, and reassignments.
administrative personnel against employees in violation of facility policies and / or
procedures.
necessary.
the Director of Nursing Services or designee and determines authorization or denial of
use of these drugs.
Ensures the recording and reporting of all matters related to resident care and facility
operation.
the condition of the resident or notification of the Medical Director if the resident's
personal physician does not respond promptly.
care given are documented in the medical record of the resident.
and written reports.
and nursing standards.
Effectively takes responsibility for self-development and maintenance of nursing skills.
Federal regulatory developments as relates to resident care.
and periodicals related to the field.
supervisor meetings, department meetings, and staff meetings.
Properly administers medications and other controlled substances.
nurses on each unit.
maintained on each tour of duty.
standards and the medication orders on record for each resident.
Exhibits teamwork mindset in the daily activities of the job.
facility.
PROFESSIONALISM
RESPECT :
INDIVIDUALITY
DEDICATION
EXCELLENCE :
EDUCATIONAL / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
STATE / FEDERAL MANDATED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :
Current State of Connecticut Registered Nursing License.
INGRAHAM MANOR MANDATED EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
General orientation at time of hire. Fire / Safety / Infection Control annually. Other programs as
mandated by Ingraham Manor.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must demonstrate patience and kindness toward residents and families. Must possess good
observation and communication skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must have the physical ability to perform all aspects of nursing care. Must be able to lift a
minimum of 50lbs. Must be able to endure a prolonged period of extensive walking, standing,
stooping, pushing, and pulling. Moderate periods of sitting, twisting, reaching, occasional
crouching, crawling, kneeling and balancing. Vision, hearing, smell and tactile sensation
corrected or accommodated to normal.
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Regular contact with residents, body substances, and hazardous chemicals, 75 degree
temperature, varied lighting, regular contact with soap and water, moderate noise level, use of
various types of lifting devices.
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to follow oral and written directions. Must be able to read and write.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
