Weekend Supervisor

About the Company FEEL GOOD ABOUT HELPING OTHERS FEEL BETTER A job with Kindred Healthcare offers some things you'd expect, and some you might not. There's the salary, of course, and security and benefits plus the pride you take in working for a company that's a nationally recognized leader in healthcare. But there's also the feedback you get the hugs, the handshakes, the smiles, and even the tears of gratitude from the people you care for with your heart as well as with your hands. So consider a career with Kindred it's rewarding on many levels. About the Opportunity Be in charge of a group of very dedicated nurses, ensuring that they are able to provide the highest quality of care for our residents. You'll be involved in hiring, orientation, monitoring their skills and training them to do their best. Working with our doctors, obtaining medications, maintaining accurate records of treatment ? the opportunities and the challenges are all here at Kindred. Responsibilities:
Supervise nursing unit including scheduling and directing the nursing staff to the extent permitted by the State Practice Act

Coordinate effective use of personnel, supplies, equipment and facilities; obtain medications and medical records to provide safe, efficient and therapeutic care to residents

Contact physicians as necessary and ensure physician interventions are timely and appropriate; ensure appropriate documentation of resident care

Review staffing patterns and census of nursing units; reassign personnel when necessary to ensure residents needs and budgetary controls are met

Investigate complaints and take necessary action to resolve problems


Qualifications


Effective communication skills, the ability to organize, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality, and react decisively in emergencies are all necessary for this position. Must show skill in directing and motivating staff. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing, (BS preferred) with a valid RN or LPN/LVN state license and CPR certification. Five years of experience in nursing with one year as a supervisor are preferred.

Benefits Salary negotiable and commiserate with experience. In addition to salary package, Kindred offers a competitive benefits package. Please apply via online.

*Kindred Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Relocation funds are not available, local interest only please. Drug-free work environment.