RN Unit Manager

Betsy Ross Operations LLC•Rome, NY

5d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehab Center is a 120-bed facility providing rehabilitation and skilled nursing care in a homelike environment. The facility recently underwent a large-scale renovation and is under new management and administration. Its mission is to provide high-quality care with respect and compassion through a team approach focused on personalized goals. The Registered Nurse Unit Manager provides professional supervision, guidance, and direction to unit staff on clinical and personnel matters. The role supports the development and maintenance of nursing practice and standards consistent with the facility’s philosophy, represents the Nursing Department to other departments, and coordinates services with them. The position coordinates resident care in accordance with State DOH regulations and supports residents and families as they address clinical issues and challenges. The Unit Manager helps manage daily resident-care operations, conducts rounds and assessments, develops and documents resident care plans, and communicates relevant information to staff and the Interdisciplinary Team. The role organizes and oversees unit activities and staff assignments, supervises and evaluates the delivery and documentation of CNA care, assists staff with their duties, and orients new nursing personnel as assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday with flexible hours, primarily on day shift; alternate hours or occasional weekend availability may be needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Current New York State licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
At least three years of supervisory experience in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related medical facility.
Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practice.
Sincere desire to work with elderly, chronically ill, and disabled people.
Thorough knowledge of residents’ medical, social, and psychological needs.
Good judgment in emergency situations and ability to respond calmly and intelligently to emergencies.
Spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm to foster an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth.
Ability to communicate well verbally with residents, families, and staff.
Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

Provide professional supervision, guidance, and direction to unit staff on clinical and personnel issues.
Coordinate resident care in accordance with State DOH regulations and support residents and families with clinical issues and challenges.
Ensure staff follow safety and infection-control guidelines.
Assist with daily unit operations, including resident care such as bathing, toileting, meals, medication administration, and activities.
Communicate pertinent information to Interdisciplinary Team members and other staff to help meet resident and family needs.
Conduct daily rounds of residents on the unit.
Complete resident assessments required by the facility, including admission, elopement, and pain assessments.
Develop a plan of care for each resident; document and communicate it on Resident Information Sheets, and document the effectiveness of the plan.
Document clinical observations and assessments for assigned residents in accordance with regulations and report findings to the designated Nursing Supervisor.
Prepare resident assignments for CNAs based on resident needs and staff competency, and communicate pertinent care needs to CNAs.
Organize, oversee, and supervise unit activities and staff assignments.
Monitor and evaluate CNA workflow and care delivery, including turning and positioning, mealtimes, and bathing; ensure CNA documentation, including ADLs, bowel movements, and meal intake, is completed.
Assist other staff members in completing their duties and orient new nursing personnel as assigned.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.