Job Description
Nursing Care Supervisor
To provide nursing care to the residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with established facility protocol, local, state and federal regulations. To lead and/or direct C.N.A. in the delivery of direct resident care.
Accountability: R.N. Supervisor, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assess the overall status of the resident, documenting all identified medical needs in the medical record with a plan for treatment and/or resolution.
- Monitor the residents' activity and provide nursing care in accordance with physician orders, care plans, local, state and federal regulations as well as established facility protocol.
- Coordinate, prepare for and assist with new admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Communicate with residents, family members, other disciplines and health care professionals regarding the status of the resident.