RN Weekend Manager

Carespring Health Care Management•Cincinnati, OH

9d•$35 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

The Weekend Manager is responsible for providing leadership to the nursing staff by overseeing the daily operations of the Nursing Department. This role involves a combination of administrative duties, direct patient care, and supervision of nursing assistants.

Requirements

Valid Nursing license in the state where the facility is located.
Responsible for meeting state-required continuing education hours per licensure period.
Good physical and mental health.
Sincere desire to work with the elderly.
Willingness to perform non-professional duties.
Must be level-headed and able to take or give direction in an emergency situation.
Must be able to place patient needs above own desires or judgment.
Must always serve as a patient advocate.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to nursing staff and oversee daily Nursing Department operations.
Carry out administrative and patient care duties as part of shift responsibilities.
Supervise and assume responsibility for the actions and care delivered by STNAs.
Interpret and abide by department policies and procedures.
Work on the unit designated by the D.O.N., A.D.O.N, or Supervisor.
Review 24-hour report sheets for patient care updates.
Conduct walking rounds and supervise NA care.
Administer medications (including IV) and treatments per physician orders.
Address spiritual or psychological needs of patients with available resources.
Assist and direct in the admission/discharge process of patients.
Give and receive report at the beginning and change of shift.
Take and transcribe physician orders.
Answer telephone inquiries.
Evaluate patient care needs and condition, and develop or update the plan of care.
Manage patient admissions when the documentation nurse is unavailable.
Manage patient transfers and discharges, including transportation arrangements and communication.
Maintain appropriate documentation in the patient electronic medical record.
Direct and assist with department cleaning and care of equipment/appliances.
Communicate and collaborate with all departments.
Ensure overall safety and cleanliness of the unit.
Greet and direct visitors on the unit.