Unit Care Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN) RN Unit Manager
About The Position
The RN Unit Care Coordinator is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care on the assigned unit through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others. The role operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The coordinator directs the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs, coordinates patient care plans and services, and supports patients in attaining or maintaining the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. The position also includes accurate documentation and medication administration, leadership during emergencies, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.
Requirements
- Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing).
- Currently licensed or registered in the applicable state; must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- Advanced knowledge in the field of practice.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
- Knowledge of practices and procedures, and of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
- Ability to implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Proficiency in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
- Ability to maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality.
- Ability to understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct.
- Ability to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of geriatric nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs and provide leadership on the floor.
- Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner.
- Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services to support patients’ physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
- Prepare and administer medication accurately as ordered by a physician.
- Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety.
- Coordinate patient care plans and services.
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- Follow applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, Life Care standards, and company policies and procedures.
- Maintain confidentiality and professional working relationships.
- Complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
