What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Supervisor RN position at Lake Worth Rehabilitation Center?
SUMMARY In conjunction with the Unit Coordinator, plans, coordinates and manages the clinical services for a specified nursing unit. Responsible for the coordination and of nursing care and services provided to Residents in the various units and is responsible for facilitating the unit’s team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Makes walking rounds between shifts and whenever necessary to oversee and monitor work performance in terms of resident care, staff regulations and efficiency of service.
Provides assistance and guidance to nursing staff that serve as the basis for the delivery of care.
Responds to emergency situations within the facility.
Encourages open discussions with residents and resident’s families and addresses any concerns.
Counsels employees and initiates disciplinary action as necessary.
Provides assistance and guidance to other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Reports all unusual circumstances that may involve the safety and well-being of the residents and staff directly to the DON or Administrator.
Demonstrates leadership ability and management skills through fair decision making, dependability and reasonable expectations.
Will perform general nursing duties as needed:
Collection of resident data (e.g., vital signs, resident’s complaints, symptoms, etc)
Administers and documents medication and treatments
Participates in the care planning process and oversees implementation of the plan.
Supervises clinical team and certified nursing assistants with appropriate supervisory training as defined by State
Communicates with physicians regarding pertinent resident observations, diagnostic test results, etc.
Documents observations and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
Develops a plan of care and implements nursing care based on resident observation and collection of data.
Provides health education to patients and their families within the scope of practice as defined by State.
Participates in quality assurance activities.
Adheres to scope of practice limitations based on qualifications.
Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
Will perform general nursing duties in cases of emergency or staffing shortages.
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule:
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Lake Worth, FL 33460 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lake Worth, FL 33460: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person