Supervisor, RN/LPN PM/NOC WEEKENDS

at Covenant Living Communities in Carol StreamCarol Stream, Illinois, United States

Job Description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!Making a difference in the lives of others - that's what working at Covenant Living is all about. Our healthcare professionals have the opportunity each and every day to make a difference in the lives of older adults. From improving our residents' quality of life, to creating peace of mind for them and their families, our team members know that as a part of our community, they are changing lives. Covenant Living, the nation's sixth-largest nonprofit senior living provider, is seeking qualified candidates for Nursing Supervisors, RN to help in fulfilling our common purpose: to create joy and peace of mind for our residents and their families by creating better way of life. Join our organization, where teamwork, respect, and service is part of our everyday environment and build your health care career in a supportive, faith-based community. Positions are available in assisted living, skilled nursing and memory care.

In this role, the Nursing Supervisor, RN/LPN will:
Supervise professional and non-professional nursing staff. Ensure quality of care by making rounds to determine effectiveness of care, resident satisfaction, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Manage the overall functioning of the building for assigned shift.
Provide explanation of nursing policies and procedures and assistance to staff to ensure ongoing understanding and training.
With Director of Nursing, participate in evaluation, discipline, and motivation of staff.
Communicate on regular basis with Director of Nursing and/or administration regarding observations and suggestions of problem areas, resident and employee activities, concerns, needs, etc.
Provide explanation of nursing care to residents and families according to procedures. Provide instructions relating to medical care as appropriate.
Administer direct and/or emergency care when necessary. Respond to emergency needs of residents. Contact emergency medical services for assistance when required.
Handle special projects as assigned by DON.
Assign work areas and relocate staff as needed to assure high quality of nursing care and completion of tasks.
Assist in orientation of new nursing personnel and reinforce training standards to maintain high quality of care.
Assure the functional and sanitary maintenance of the nursing units and equipment. Report routine and emergency maintenance needs according to established procedures.
Assure the safety and security of patients through the proper use of equipment, safety devices, and by knowing and following fire, safety and disaster procedures.
Communicate with other department supervisors, physicians, consultants, staff, residents, and families to coordinate care of residents.

The ideal candidate will have:
Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Must be currently licensed as anRN/LPN in the State.
2 yearsnursing experience, required.
2 years of supervisory experience, required.

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
403(b) with a 3% employer match
Fitness center use at most facilities.
Various voluntary benefits:
Life, AD&D
Tuition assistance and scholarships
Employee assistance program
Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
Pet Insurance
For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.