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JOB SUMMARY:

1. Supervises all aspects of consumer care and optimal functioning of TFH when on duty.
2. Carries out the supervision of Direct Support Staff in conjunction with the House Supervisors.
3. Keeps consumer record keeping system up to date on a timely basis.
4. Strives to provide, at all times, nursing services of optimal quality.
5. Functions as Charge Person when DON and Administrator are absent from the building.

SUPERVISED BY/REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing. Also responsible to Administrator/Executive Director.

EDUCATION/EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, graduate of an accredited school of nursing or LPN course and possessing a current and valid license in the State of Maine.
2. Must not be a convicted felon or convicted of a crime involving abuse of a person or animal.
3. Knowledge and understanding of general nursing procedures and techniques.
4. Genuine interest in working with people with intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities.
5. Training in/or willingness to learn skills of supervision.

PHYSICAL/SPECIAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to lift 35 lbs. and assist with consumer lifting.
2. Ability to deal with stressful and emergency situations with calmness and tact.
3. Ability to maintain a good working relationship with all levels of personnel and function well in stressful and emergency situations with calmness and tact.
4. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
5. Ability to comply with State and Federal regulations and the facilitys Policies and Procedures.

WORK HOURS: Full-time, part-time, or per diem as assigned by the Director of Nursing. Flexibility of hours is required in this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Works primarily indoors in well-lighted and ventilated rooms. Possibility of cuts or minor burns from equipment. May be exposed to communicable diseases. Possibility of injury due to lifting, moving or interacting with consumers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Work Skills (These are core to TFHs mission and are expected of all employees):

1. On time.
2. Good attendance.
3. Work of good quality.
4. Ability to work independently. (self initiative, completes tasks accurately and timely)
5. Organized. (prepared, orderly, returns things, uses time well)
6. Maintains confidentiality and consumer rights.
7. Treats consumers with respect and dignity. (positive regard, empathy, normalization)
8. Works as a member of the team. (aware of others needs, impact on others, cooperation)
9. Acts as a good role model and demonstrates a positive attitude.
10. Communicates effectively, courteously and professionally.
11. Effectively gives and receives constructive feedback in supervision.
12. Adapts to changes in the work environment, with consumers and/or co-workers
13. Complies with and reports problems with Policies and Procedures.
14. Practices high safety and sanitation standards. (aware of hazards, utilizes precautions, fills out staff I & A reports.) Cleans and sanitizes work area according to standards.
15. Attends/participates in all in-services, trainings, and meetings required by TFH.
16. Represents the Agency in a professional manner
17. Participates in their own professional growth and development. (works toward improving their performance, increase knowledge, skill etc.)
18. Willingly performs other duties as requested or required by supervisor(s).
19. Supports and has a positive attitude about committee work going on in the agency.

Specific Work Skills (These apply to ones position):

Health Services Related

Is responsible for the basic health care of all consumers, i e. vital signs, intake and output, as outlined in Nursing Manual.

Observes consumers to determine any new needs and any progress or regression.

Ensures all written records on changes in consumer\'s health status are completed, as outlined in the Nurses Manual.

Is aware of all new orders or change in orders for all consumers.

Assures physicians orders are transcribed and carried out correctly and effectively.

Makes rounds with physician and assists as indicated with procedures.

Communicates with and follows up with physicians regarding any changes in the consumer\'s status.

Completes nurse to nurse report on consumer status and house issues and MAR check at change of shift.

Completes controlled medication count with nurse or CNA/M at beginning and end of shift.

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