JOB DESCRIPTION: REGISTERED NURSE/SERVICE SUPERVISOR

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Provides assessment and reassessment of clients for personal care services and supervises all Direct Care Providers, NA II, NA I, Home Health Aides and Companion/Sitters

• Assists with agency Utilization Review and or Quarterly Audits as assigned

• Responsible for client care monitoring and communication with other appropriate team members and supervisor(s)

• Responsible for following Agency Policy regarding procedures or duties that a Registered Nurse may perform

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current, valid Registered Nurse License with the NC Board of Nursing Has successfully completed the DMA-approved PCS certification training Must have a criminal background check performed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires considerable physical effort

• Requires squatting, kneeling, reaching, twisting, walking and sitting for long periods of time

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work involves a broad range of problems, many of a complex nature. Must be able to work independently, make sound judgments based on assessment and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative, and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to prioritize multiple functions and or tasks

HOURS: Must be able to work a flexible work schedule

TRANSPORTATION:

• Must have valid North Carolina Driver's license and appropriate automobile liability insurance

• Must have dependable transportation and ability to travel on the job

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:

• Adheres to the organizations principles. policies and procedures

• Knowledgeable about and consistently follows confidentiality and privacy policies and procedures Protects agency property and intellectual property

• Maintains a strong commitment to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and criminal laws

• Ensures that all policies and procedures are followed with NO disciplinary actions within the last year

• Performing any task as required within the capability to accomplish successful operations of Byrams Home Care

• Works with staff to maintain records in an orderly arrangement

OTHER CORE JOB DUTIES:

• Reports to work as scheduled and is regular in attendance

• Arrives in a timely manner without excessive absences and follows procedures for proper notification of absences or tardiness

• Reports to work with a clean, well-groomed appearance

• Promotes a desirable work environment/attitude among fellow staff members

• Conveys respect for staff and clients

• Displays a degree of flexibility in work assignments

• Acts as a team member and assists other team members to meet work requirements

• Maintains a flexible schedule to meet the organizations work requirements

• Assist with new hire orientation

• Attends in-service programs to fulfill the responsibilities of the position

• Attends the minimum number of hours of employment related in-service continuing education per year

• Seeks in-service programs to increase competency in the job requirements specific area of practice and or expertise

• Accepts client assignments and displays flexibility with schedule

• Reviews schedule weekly and accept PRN assignments or duties as directed by the Agency Director

• Demonstrates safe Nursing Skills and Competence

• Documents according to established agency procedure

• Documents according to agency and payee policies Submits all paper work into office per agency policy

• Maintains a clean and safe working environment

• Follows all standards for universal precautions, infection control and agency policies when reporting to assignments

• Maintains an accurate accounting of supplies

• Follows agency procedure regarding charges and accountability for client supplies

• Registered Nurse Assessment

• Follows all policies of the Division of Medical Assistance and DHSR Policies re: client assessment and reassessment for Personal Care Services and documentation requirements including Physician Orders