LPN Nurse

Benchmark Senior Livingis currently seeking Care Nurse Supervisor for our Haverhill Crossing facilities in Haverhill, MA.

We are offer competitive compensation and $1500 Sign-On Bonus!

The Care Nurse Supervisor reports directly to the Resident Care Director

PURPOSE

The Care Nurse Supervisor (CNS) manages the successful operation of the Resident Care Department, under the leadership of the Resident Care Director (RCD). The CNS is responsible for the oversight, coaching, and direct supervision of all resident care service providers in the community. The CNS management scope includes direct supervision of resident care positions, resident assessment, and management as defined by the Resident Care Director.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Advocacy

Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations

Compliance and Safety

Ensures compliance with all resident care related regulations (e.g. medication management)

Demonstrates infection prevention and control

Demonstrates personal and resident safety

Answers resident urgent call alarms

Reviews and demonstrates fire, safety, and elopement procedures

Ensures that a visit occurs following an incident, accident, injury

Ensures physician and family notification per state regulations

Actively participates in the QA process per assignment

Direct Supervision

Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants

Is the first point of contact for the care associates regarding assignment questions or concerns

Participates in the hiring and termination processes as they relate to resident care associates. Sources and screens new candidates and facilitates/co-facilitates terminations.

Has direct input into performance reviews and merit increases for care associates and presents reviews with the RCD

Has direct input into disciplinary documentation for care associates and presents actions with the RCD

Often functions as the first point of contact for resident care issues and associate relation issues

Conducts or supervises the scheduling of all RCA staff

Closely mentors, guides and directs the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job

Organization / Prioritization

Follows daily work schedules as directed and identifies and acts on non-scheduled tasks

Resident Care

Identifies and assesses the clinical status of potential residents

Completes a thorough assessment of potential residents

Obtains the medical information release form from primary care physician as needed

Develops a plan of care (in collaboration with the RCD) based on the identified physical and psychological problems of the resident including: the identified problems; resident specific goals and planned program interventions

Develops a service plan (in collaboration with the RCD) according to the requirements outlined in the state regulations

Coordinates care needs with community providers via an effective case management process

Measures and accurately records vital signs (temperatures, pulse, respiration, blood pressure weight and height) where appropriate as per state regulations

Effectively balances service demands with supporting residentindependence

Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents’ status

Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the RCD, physician, family, RCA’s, and Executive Director per state regulations

Successfully implements the plan of care

Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations

Participates in work within the wellness center

Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup

Effectively handles difficult resident behaviors

Reacts calmly and effectively in emergency situations

Structure

Oversees ancillary health services as needed

Demonstrates ability to schedule, orient and train staff

Provides ongoing supervision of residents’ health related activities: complying with health care instructions explained by health care professionals; promptly and appropriately seeking and obtaining medical attention when needed.

Conducts SAMM / MAR audits bi-monthly

Conducts RCA documentation audit bi-monthly

Thins charts as necessary

Inspects apartments

Conducts assessments / reassessments per Benchmark standards

Assesses risk in a proactive manner

Facilitates weekly resident tracking meeting in absence of the RCD

Effectively communicates with residents, families and friends of residents

Efficiently documents and provides accurate record-keeping as appropriate

Effectively communicates with other care providers in a professional manner

Assures resident information is communicated to the staff through a report process and calendar i.e. appointments, outings, etc.

Communicates and documents residents’ material needs (i.e. briefs, clothing, toothpaste, pads, etc.)

Communicates and documents residents change of condition

Accurately completes incident reports prior to the end of the working day

Notifies RCD of incidents in a timely manner

Effectively handles follow-up issues with residents and families

Follows daily work schedules as directed and identifies and acts on non-scheduled tasks

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION

Graduate of an approved R.N or L.P.N. program (per state requirements).

Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse.

Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position highly desirable.

CERTIFICATION

Current state license as an R.N. or L.P.N. (as required by state regulation)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates good supervision and management skills & behaviors

Understands and is able to develop Resident Care Service Plan

Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care

Possesses knowledge about the assisted living philosophy

Understands nursing function in assisted living

Understands quality of care objectives

Understands quality of life objectives

Demonstrates knowledge of Benchmark Standards and Practices

Possesses current CPR, First Aid, and Heimlich certification, if required

Demonstrates working knowledge of state regulations

Possess knowledge of policies in the resident handbook

Familiarity and experience using medical related equipment, including but not limited to, blood pressure kit, personal protective equipment (gloves, mask, goggles, etc.)

Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to relate in a positive and professional way to a diverse resident and employee population.

Ability to be flexible and work in an environment that promotes teamwork and collaboration.

Ability to lead, direct and supervise others

Ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality regarding residents, staff and the Community.

Demonstrated ability to set priorities, complete assignments in a timely manner while managing multiple duties and responsibilities.

Proficient using MS office

Proficient in using state audit compliance tool