RN House Supervisor
Newark, New York
DeMay Living Center

Job Opportunity: House Supervisor (Registered Nurse)

Location: Newark, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Serve as RN supervisor providing clinical expertise and problem-solving support during off shifts (evenings, nights, weekends, holidays) for a 180-bed skilled nursing facility with 5 units.
• Facilitate staff mentoring, coaching, and patient flow.
• Units care for residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s, orthopedic rehab, cardiac issues, and long-term care needs.
• Manage special equipment such as wound vacs, PICC lines, nephrostomy tubes, tube feeds, indwelling catheters, and colostomies.

Shift Details

• 3 shifts of 8 hours and 1 shift of 12 hours per week (36 hours total)
• Shift times vary: 11pm-7am, 3pm-11pm, 7pm-7am
• Weekend coverage every other weekend

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (including previous charge nurse experience required)
• EPIC electronic health record experience required
• Skilled Nursing Facility experience
• Code management and emergency preparedness
• De-escalation techniques and managing assaultive behavior
• Infection control, isolation procedures, and regulatory compliance (DPH, TJC, OSHA)
• Supervising nursing care across multiple units
• Starting and maintaining IVs, PICC line care/management
• Coaching and counseling staff to performance standards
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws (FMLA)
• Customer service and incident reporting skills

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification as required by unit
• State license primary source verification required within 30 days of start
• NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start

Additional Requirements

• Must be located more than 75 miles from the facility (no local candidates accepted)
• First-time travelers accepted
• Prior travel experience NOT explicitly required
• Government-issued photo ID required
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification and transcript/diploma as applicable
• Physical exam, drug testing, and various immunizations/vaccinations required (including TB, Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, Flu seasonal vaccination)
• Fit mask and eye exam required annually
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology testing as required
• Photo for badge required

Patient Population & Unit Details

• Moore Place: Neurobehavioral unit for dementia/Alzheimer’s with violent behaviors
• Bilz Unit: Rehab unit for post-orthopedic surgery and cardiac patients
• Vantassel Unit: Secure dementia unit for residents at risk of elopement
• Schulz & Wolf Units: Long-term care residents

Summary

This travel RN House Supervisor role requires a minimum of 2 years nursing experience with charge nurse background, strong clinical and leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple units in a skilled nursing facility setting. The position involves working varied shifts including nights and weekends, with a focus on neurobehavioral and rehab patient populations. Candidates must hold a valid NY RN license and BLS certification, and meet comprehensive health and background screening requirements.