Job DescriptionResponsibilitiesSupervises the Brookdale at Home nursing services and clinical program. Ensures the efficient and effective operation of the Brookdale at Home agency and interdisciplinary team process.
- Provides direct supervision of Brookdale at Home clinical program and nursing associates, which includes monitoring job performance, associate training, and participating in associate performance evaluations, coaching and counseling, and conducting and documenting corrective action as needed. Participates in the hiring, firing, and disciplinary processes of clinical nursing staff.
- Delivers and coordinates clinical services for the agency, including but not limited to making client and associate assignments, coordinating client care and referrals, assuring that client needs are continually assessed, and assuring the development, implementation and updates of the individualized plan of care if applicable and per state regulations.
- Ensures that agency and corporate policies are disseminated and followed by all Brookdale at Home associates.
- Works in conjunction with the BAH Administrator and agency managers concerning the implementation and monitoring of agency services, clinical program, and state surveys if applicable and per state regulations.
- Ensures adequate staffing coverage for the provision of nursing services on a day-to-day basis
- Available to staff during operating hours as a resource and manager, and responds to calls after hours and weekends in a timely manner
- Ensures effective Continuous Quality Assurance of Improvement Program.
- Manages documentation process to ensure completeness, accuracy, timeliness and compliance with guidelines. Complies with all Safety and Infection Control, Universal Precautions, and OSHA standards.
- Maintains current knowledge of national and state requirements for scope of practice, supervision, credentialing and ongoing competency. Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
- Maintains positive relationships and rapport with coworkers, Clients, family members and community personnel.
This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.
QualificationsEducation and ExperienceRegistered Nurse Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, pursuant to state regulations required. A minimum of two years of experience as a nurse is required, including one year in home care or a closely related service. Supervisory experience preferred.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements Current state licensure. RN License Required.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions- Standing
- Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
- Walking
- Sitting
- Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage.
- Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- On-Call on an as needed basis
- Reach with hands and arms
- Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
- Talk or hear
- Exposure to latex
- Ability to lift: Up to 50 pounds
- Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
- Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
- Requires Travel: Occasionally
- Vision
Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.
Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.
The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.
