Senior Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor at UNITED COUNSELING SERVICE OF BENNINGTON COUNTY INC – Bennington, Vermont
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UCS Offers Generous Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Generous paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer match
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career development opportunities
- Free clinical supervision towards licensure
- Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
- Award winning worksite wellness program
- An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.
Under the direction of the CMO, the Senior Registered Nurse Supervisor provides advanced clinical leadership and nursing oversight for outpatient mental health and intellectual/developmental disability (I/DD) services across residential group homes and supervised independent living settings. In addition to direct nursing functions, the Senior RN Supervisor oversees and supports a nursing team consisting of one Registered Nurse (RN) and one Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), ensuring high-quality, compliant, and coordinated healthcare services for individuals served. The Senior RN Supervisor functions as the agency’s primary nursing authority and serves as a clinical resource for interdisciplinary teams, residential leadership, and executive management.
Clinical Nursing Leadership & Oversight: Provide clinical leadership and oversight of nursing services across residential group homes, supervised independent living programs, and outpatient services. Serve as the primary nursing consultant for complex medical and psychiatric cases and support the integration of medical and behavioral health care. Monitor high-risk individuals, implement risk mitigation strategies, and provide joint RN oversight of residential programs through site visits, assessments, direct care, and clinical consultation. Participate in agency clinical decision-making, policy development, and represent the organization in statewide nursing meetings as appropriate.
Medication Management & Clinical Oversight: Oversee medication management systems across all programs, including review of medication orders, medication reconciliation, and Medication Administration Records (MARs). Delegate medication administration to trained staff and monitor adherence to medication administration standards. Ensure safe use of psychotropic and medical medications, compliance with laboratory monitoring protocols, and lead medication error reviews and corrective action planning.
Health Assessments & Care Coordination: Oversee completion of nursing assessments and coordinate care for individuals with complex or chronic medical conditions. Conduct in-person health assessments as needed and serve as liaison with primary care providers, hospitals, pharmacies, specialists, and visiting nurse agencies. Lead discharge planning and ensure continuity of care following hospitalizations or emergency department visits. Provide limited medical consultation to staff and individuals served within scope of practice.
Staff Supervision & Performance Management: Provide direct supervision to nursing staff including one Registered Nurse (RN) and one Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Conduct regular supervision, approve timecards, assign duties, and oversee scheduling to ensure adequate nursing coverage. Complete performance evaluations, support professional development, and ensure staff maintain licensure, competencies, and adherence to professional and ethical nursing standards.
Training, Delegation & Staff Development: Develop and oversee training programs for nursing staff and direct support professionals. Provide education to staff, families, and caregivers regarding medications, medical conditions, and health-related procedures. Ensure proper delegation of nursing tasks and validation of competencies in accordance with state regulations and standards of nursing practice.
Compliance, Quality Assurance & Policy Development: Ensure compliance with regulatory standards governing residential and community-based services. Develop and maintain nursing policies and procedures, participate in licensing inspections and audits, and monitor program adherence to governing regulations. Analyze incident trends and implement quality improvement and risk management initiatives. Participate in agency committees and interdisciplinary planning efforts.
Crisis Support & Clinical Consultation: Provide clinical consultation during medical or behavioral crises and assist staff in triaging medical concerns and determining appropriate levels of care. Serve as the escalation point for nursing and residential staff regarding urgent health issues.
Documentation & Organizational Participation: Ensure accuracy and compliance of nursing documentation in the electronic health record. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, agency committees, and leadership discussions, contributing nursing expertise to program development and strategic initiatives.
Employee Health & Clinical Resources: Oversee and participate in Employee Health activities as applicable. Ensure monitoring and maintenance of office medical supplies and medication samples and provide guidance on employee health concerns consistent with agency policy and nursing scope of practice.
*In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Current licensure in State of Vermont.
- Minimum 1 year management experience.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing, with greater than 10 years nursing experience.
- Typing skills; Microsoft Office skills; electronic health record systems; e-mail use and etiquette.
- Valid Driver’s License.
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Job Location
This job is located in the Bennington, Vermont, 05201, United States region.