RN Supervisor

General Purpose

The primary responsibility of the RN Supervisor is to supervise the day‑to‑day nursing activities of the facility during the tour of duty. This supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility and may be required by the Director of Nursing (DON) and/or Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). The RN Supervisor ensures the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

• Coordinate and participate in resident care.
• Manage and administer intravenous therapies (IVs).
• Supervise, instruct, and assist LVN/LPN nurses, treatment nurses, and CNAs in the provision of care, responding promptly to call signals.
• Make rounds and provide reports.
• Perform skilled care assessments.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing training of staff.
• Respond to and monitor care issues and changes in condition.
• Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self‑care, independence, and well‑being.
• Supervise staff, including taking or assisting with appropriate disciplinary measures.
• Assist physicians and other healthcare providers when making visits and conducting examinations.
• Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment, and changes in condition.
• Communicate with resident families or significant others regarding care.
• Coordinate preparation for new admissions.
• Coordinate and respond to medical emergencies.
• Communicate new or updated orders for rehabilitation therapies.
• Verify laboratory test samples are obtained as ordered, results are received timely, and physicians are notified promptly.
• Provide resident care, including carrying out physician’s orders for medication and treatment.
• Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to the Director of Nursing.
• Participate in development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing department.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) conducted by authorized government agencies at the request of the Administrator, Director of Nursing, or Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Oversee direct care activities to assure care delivery is consistent and follows policies and procedures.
• Oversee the development and implementation of care plans.
• Review for regulatory compliance and nursing standards.
• Assure physician orders are current, accurate, signed, and communicated to the nursing staff and other clinical disciplines.
• Assure documentation and investigation of incidents are appropriate and monitor for accuracy and completeness.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary communication and collaboration.
• Collaborate with ancillary services for efficient, timely, and accurate delivery of services and reports (pharmacy, labs, therapies).
• Regularly communicate information and changes to staff.
• Counsel, coach, and educate employees to maintain or improve performance.
• Complete audits of medication carts, medication rooms, charting/documentation, and other nursing practices.
• Monitor and evaluate infection control practices.
• Participate in new employee orientation and trainings.
• Identify staffing needs.
• Assist with the overall supervision of and management of the nursing staff.

• Education and Experience – Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing; 2+ years of experience, preferably in a long‑term care facility, and a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.
• Knowledge and Experience – Knowledge and experience with EHR software, preferably PCC.
• Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effective presentation of information and response to questions from managers and employees; excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Mathematical Skills – Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Skills – Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety…