RN Unit Manager

Betsy Ross Operations LLC•Rome, NY

17d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Unit Manager, RN is responsible for performing professional supervision, guidance, and direction to staff in both clinical and personnel issues on the Unit. This role is crucial for developing and maintaining nursing practice and standards consistent with the facility's philosophy. The Nurse Unit Manager also represents the Nursing Department to other departments and coordinates services. The facility, Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehab Center, is a 120-bed facility offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, which has recently undergone renovations, is under new management, and administration. Their mission is to provide high-quality care with respect and compassion through a team approach focused on personalized goals.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or three (3) years’ experience in long term care.
Current licensure in NYS as a Registered Professional Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory capacity either in a hospital, long term care facility, or other related medical facility.
Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practice.
Must have a sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and disabled.
Must have a thorough knowledge of medical, social, and psychological needs of residents.
Must utilize good judgment in emergency situations.
Must possess a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm in order to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth.
Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families and staff.
Must be able to handle emergencies with calm and intelligent response.
Must have computer literacy.

Responsibilities

Perform professional supervision, guidance, and direction to staff in both clinical and personnel issues on the Long-Term Unit.
Coordinate resident care in accordance with State DOH regulations.
Provide support to residents/families in dealing with clinical issues and challenges.
Ensure staff adheres to safety and infection control guidelines.
Assist in establishing daily operations of resident care on the unit, including showers/baths, toileting, meals, medication administration, and activities.
Communicate to other members of the Interdisciplinary Team pertinent information to assure resident/family needs are met.
Perform daily rounds of all residents on the unit.
Perform assessments on residents as required by the facility (Admission, Elopement, Pain, etc.).
Develop a plan of care for each resident and document/communicate it on Resident Information Sheets.
Ensure clinical observations and assessments are documented on all assigned residents per regulations.
Report findings of ongoing observations/assessments to the designated Nursing Supervisor.
Document the effectiveness of the plan of care.
Prepare resident assignments for Certified Nursing Assistants, considering resident needs and personnel competency.
Communicate ongoing resident, family, and facility plans/concerns/information to staff.
Organize, oversee, and supervise assigned unit activities and staff assignments.
Provide a Nursing Assistant assignment for each CNA on the team and communicate pertinent resident care needs.
Monitor and evaluate the flow of activity and delivery of patient care provided by CNAs (turning and positioning, mealtimes, bathing, etc.).
Ensure CNA documentation records (ADL’s BM, Meal intake, etc.) are completed.
Communicate to Interdisciplinary Team members any pertinent resident findings.
Assist other staff members in completion of their duties.
Orient new Nursing personnel as assigned.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.