UCFS is currently seeking a full-time RN or LPN Nurse Supervisor to supervise and coordinate the day to day operations and Resident Attendant staff of Sheltering Arms part-time while providing nursing services to residents according to their needs. Position is responsible for the facility and operations in the absence of the VP of Eldercare Services.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise day to day operations of SA , Resident Attendants and Night Attendant (when scheduled ) . .
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the VP of Eldercare Services lead the daily operation of SA including but not limited to; achievement of program goals and objectives in accordance with UCFS, Federal, State and other policies, guidelines and applicable laws; participate in program planning, budgeting and evaluating program’s development and services.
• Supervise staff; coordinate scheduling of staff to ensure proper levels of coverage; conduct hiring, orientation, training, coaching/counseling, discipline, performance management and appraisal; time and attendance; instruct and coordinate program assignments; address complaints and resolve problems, and related routine personnel operations
• Screen prospective residents and collect data to determine appropriateness of admission to the facility; coordinate all admissions and discharges; maintain and update waiting list and all other related activities
• Assess and monitor resident’s health changes; follow-up as appropriate with family members, care givers, physicians, treatment providers and involved agencies
• Review residents medications, provide oversight, surveillance for compliance of administration and documentation of medications at least monthly or more often as needed.
• Work in collaboration with Resident’s Physician and Sheltering Arms selected pharmacy to ensure receipt of doctors’ orders and accuracy of fulfillment of medications.

• RN or LPN
• Licensed to practice in the State of Connecticut with at least 3 - 5 years’ experience with eldercare population. Supervisory, management &/or operational experience strongly preferred.
• Valid CT Drivers License

UCFS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes -

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with an employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• company-paid life and disability insurance
• generous paid time off (holidays, vacation, floating holidays, sick time)
• flexible schedules
• competitive salaries
• National Health Services Corp. Loan Repayment
• Employee Assistance Program