RN Clinical Nurse Manager

Turenne & Associates•Montgomery, AL

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse Manager in a skilled nursing facility oversees the delivery of nursing care, manages nursing staff, and promotes high-quality resident care. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to support resident well-being, regulatory compliance, and an effective healthcare environment. The manager coordinates care planning and delivery, oversees resident assessments and medication practices, supports staff development, and contributes to quality improvement and resource management. The position works in office areas and throughout nursing service areas, including drug rooms, nurses’ stations, and resident rooms. Work involves frequent movement and interruptions, interaction with residents, families, staff, visitors, and government personnel, and potential exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous chemicals, and other workplace hazards. Work beyond normal hours, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-backs may be necessary.

Requirements

Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the required state.
Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a healthcare setting.
Strong clinical knowledge of nursing practice, including assessment, care planning, and documentation.
Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities.
Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to motivate a team, promote a positive work environment, and manage conflict effectively.
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and healthcare technology.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant and deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, visitors, government agencies, and the public.
Ability to communicate information concerning a resident’s condition and provide care appropriate to residents’ age-related needs.
Ability to function independently and work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
Ability to read, speak, and understandably write English.
Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, or hostile people.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and push, pull, move, or lift at least 50 pounds to a height of at least 5 feet and carry or move that weight at least 50 feet.
Must meet the facility’s general health requirements, including a medical and physical examination if required by the position.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
Experience in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care environment.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to RNs, LPNs, and CNAs; establish performance expectations and goals and promote excellence in resident care.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop, review, update, and implement individualized resident care plans.
Coordinate and oversee nursing care to ensure residents’ needs are met.
Manage and supervise nursing staff, including recruitment, hiring, orientation, performance evaluation, training, mentoring, and professional development.
Monitor compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies, and quality assurance standards; conduct audits and assessments and implement corrective actions as needed.
Oversee assessment of residents’ physical and mental health, monitor changes in condition, and ensure appropriate interventions.
Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to evaluate resident outcomes and adjust care plans.
Develop and deliver educational programs and training sessions for nursing staff and share relevant current nursing practices and trends.
Promote communication and collaboration with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals; participate in care conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
Oversee medication administration processes, including orders, storage, and documentation, and monitor compliance and medication safety.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to manage supplies, equipment, and staffing efficiently and control costs while maintaining quality care.
Identify process improvement opportunities and develop strategies to improve resident care, workflow efficiency, and nursing practices.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives and contribute to evidence-based practice.
Maintain liaison with residents, families, and support departments to plan adequately for residents’ needs.
Attend and participate in continuing education programs and community or civic health matters and projects as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned and assist with resident evacuation during emergencies when necessary.