Nurse Supervisor - IDD Group Homes

Nurse Supervisor - IDD Group Homes

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Supervisor to oversee LPN / LVN staff in residential group home settings across the Nashville, TN area. This role is perfect for someone passionate about providing high-quality care and supervision in settings servicing individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). If you are looking to step into a managerial role with significant impact, ensuring the health and welfare of a specialized population, we encourage you to apply.

Salary: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support medically fragile individuals with disabilities, ensuring their health and safety in the group homes.
• Provide ongoing clinical supervision and collaborate with administrative supervisors to support nursing staff within the region.
• Organize and lead clinical training sessions during team meetings, enhancing the skills and knowledge of all nursing and care staff.
• Serve as a primary resource for department members and agency staff, supplying necessary medical and procedural information.
• Manage the selection, orientation, training, counseling, discipline, and direction of all nursing staff in partnership with region supervisors.
• Assist in clinical coverage as necessary, as directed by the Nursing Coordinator, and support various operational aspects of the Nursing Department.
• Take a leadership role in establishing comprehensive orientation schedules for new nurses, including their initial training and ongoing supervision.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license as issued by the State Board of Nursing, in good standing within the State of Tennessee.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience in a supervisory role within a nursing or clinical setting strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with the intellectually and developmentally disabled population is an advantage.
• Background in Med/Surg, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, or chronic care facilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced supervisory skills within a healthcare or related setting.
• Demonstrable experience in residential care or group home settings.
• Proven ability to train and develop nursing staff.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to complex inquiries or complaints from patients, caregivers, or regulatory agencies.

Skills:

• Leadership and management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong clinical assessment and training abilities.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Time management and prioritization.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package including Medical, Pharmacy, Vision, and Dental insurance.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive employee assistance programs and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off policy including vacation days, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution.