NURSING SUPERVISOR

Summary Job Description:The Long Island OPWDD Program Nursing Supervisor is responsible for the oversight of all nursing practices and procedures related to an individual’s plan of care in accordance with OPWDD’s regulations and Little Flower’s policies and procedures. The Nursing Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all Residential Nurses in the Long Island OPWDD program at Little Flower provide nursing services that are both qualitative and regulatory compliant. The Nursing Supervisor is essential in working with Little Flower’s administrative team to develop and implement effective and collaborative policies and procedures and quality of care. Job ResponsibilitiesCommunicate and advocate on behalf of the individuals to doctors, practitioners, clinicians, family members, etc., in the community towards diagnosing conditions, developing plans of care, and evaluating responsesConduct internal audits of medical policies, procedures, and systems to ensure regulatory compliance as per OPWDD and all Little Flower policies, procedures, and best practices. Respond effectively to all emergent medical situationsAssist with the development of policy and procedure for medical systemsActively consult with medical staff such as doctors, clinicians, etc. to ensure optimal medical treatments are provided to people being supportedProvide both clinical and administrative supervision to Registered Nurses in assigned programsSupport RNs as needed during vacancies, leaves, etc.Provide telephone triage as neededEnsure 24/7 on-call nursing coverage for the department through developing and implementing a shared on-call schedule for all nursing staffBe available 24/7 for on-call support via agency phoneProvide training and in-services for Nurses and Medical Support Professionals.Provide AMAP training and/or recertification as well as any person-centered medical training needed to ensure the health and safety of individuals being supported to DSPs.Organize and conduct monthly staff meetingsAttend all required meetings including committee/specialty opportunities and share updates with staffProvide AMAP training and/or recertification as well as any person-centered medical training needed to ensure the health and safety of individuals being supported to DSPs.Ensure health, safety & welfare of individualsTravel to different agency location as needed Position QualificationsBachelor's Degree and NYS Nursing License requiredValid driver's license is required to conduct site visits to multiple sites/ResidencesAt least 2 years of management experience required1-3 years of OPWDD nursing experience preferred. Ability to maintain a cooperative relationship among teams by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport & participating in team problem-solving methodsIn-depth knowledge of OPWDD/legal regulations and best practices in healthcareGreat communication, verbal, written and people skills are requiredAbility to utilize electronic Health Information Systems effectively Travel Requirements:This position requires occasional travel to agency locations outside of Wading River. A valid NYS driver’s license is required.