RN Unit manager/Infection Control

PACS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Union Post Acute is hiring a Registered Nurse for a dual leadership role as Unit Manager and Infection Control Nurse at its long-term care and rehabilitation community in Union, South Carolina. The position combines clinical leadership, resident care coordination, and infection prevention. The posting offers an annual salary of $75,000, full-time employment, a benefits package, and a leadership opportunity. The role includes overseeing daily clinical operations and resident care, monitoring resident conditions and care plans, supporting nursing staff, maintaining documentation and regulatory compliance, and collaborating with residents, families, and interdisciplinary partners. Infection-control duties include implementing prevention practices, tracking and reporting infection trends, educating staff on PPE and hygiene, assisting with investigations, and promoting safety. Additional listed duties include communicating with residents and families about plans of care and treatments; attending morning team meetings; answering questions about care and illness progression; assessing changing resident needs; organizing work for admissions, current residents, and discharges; completing documentation; conducting utilization review; coordinating care with providers, financial services, and third-party payers; overseeing admissions and discharges; and coordinating referrals. The posting also describes requirements and duties related to case-management work, including knowledge of Medicare, Medi-Cal, and Medicaid programs, and PCC knowledge.

Requirements

Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license; the detailed qualifications also accept a valid LVN or LPN license in the state of employment.
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership abilities.
Ability to lead a team while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, staff, and professional colleagues.
Accurate charting and ability to complete necessary paperwork in a timely manner.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to organize work in a high-volume environment with rapidly changing priorities.
Intermediate computer skills.
Ability to maintain professional, respectful, and honest interactions with residents, families, staff, and partners.
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Social Work, as listed in the detailed qualifications.
Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Maintain all required continuing education and licensure.
Remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health, License and Certification Division.
Meet the listed physical demands, including frequently lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred in the detailed qualifications; LVN or LPN license is also acceptable there.
Certified Case Manager (CCM) certificate is a plus.
Knowledge of Medicare, Medi-Cal, and Medicaid programs and benefits.
PCC knowledge.

Responsibilities

Lead, support, and motivate nursing staff in providing resident care.
Oversee daily clinical operations and promote high-quality care.
Monitor resident conditions, review care plans, and help meet individualized care needs.
Support staff development and promote teamwork.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families to promote positive outcomes.
Implement infection prevention and control practices throughout the facility.
Monitor infection trends and assist with surveillance, reporting, and documentation.
Educate staff about infection prevention procedures, PPE use, and hand hygiene.
Assist with infection investigations and implement prevention strategies.
Promote a culture of safety for residents, staff, and visitors.
Communicate regularly with residents and families about plans of care, PT, OT, and other treatment protocols.
Attend and participate in morning meetings or stand-ups to facilitate communication with the team.
Answer residents’ questions about care, treatment plans, illness progression, and other concerns.
Monitor and adjust resident status in response to changing needs and conditions.
Organize and prioritize daily work by assessing the needs of new, current, and discharging residents.
Complete required documentation and paperwork accurately and on time.
Perform utilization review activities to support appropriate, timely, and cost-effective care.
Coordinate care with residents, care providers, facility financial services, and third-party payers.
Oversee admissions and discharge activities and coordinate referrals to and from the facility.
Use sound judgment and work independently in interactions with physicians, providers, payers, residents, and families.
Promote cooperation and collaboration among residents, families, caretakers, physicians, nurses, and ancillary partners.