Unit Manager, Long Term Care

Cape Cod Healthcare•Falmouth, MA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing activities in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility by assisting with development, maintenance, and updating written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. Oversee and ensure all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual. Interpret the department’s policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, completing accident/incident reports as necessary etc., as necessary. Attends and is an active participant in various committee meetings of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Quality Assessment, Care Plan Committee, etc.) as required and is prepared to implement recommendations as instructed by the Director. Make recommendations to the Director the equipment needs of the nursing services department keeping within budgetary guidelines and regulations. Ensure that an adequate stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on premises at all times to meet the needs of the resident. Assist the Maintenance Director in developing a preventive maintenance program for maintaining the nursing service department’s equipment and supplies in a safe and operable manner. Ensures that care plan and assessment duties, are performed in accordance with the Unit Manager job description. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in: planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS; including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Must maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information; and adhere to Resident’s rights. Performs other work related / personal nursing care duties as requested.

Requirements

Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
Current, unencumbered, active RN/ LPN license to practice in this state.
BLS /CPR and AED Program Certification.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Supportive team member, contributing to and exemplifying teamwork.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to nursing care facilities.
Leadership and supervisory ability.
Willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.
Willingness to handle difficult residents.
Willingness to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Meet all other Physical and Sensory requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing activities.
Assist with development, maintenance, and updating written policies and procedures.
Oversee and ensure all nursing service personnel comply with procedures.
Interpret department policies and procedures.
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, and accident/incident reports.
Participate in facility committee meetings (Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Quality Assessment, Care Plan Committee, etc.).
Make recommendations to the Director regarding equipment needs within budgetary guidelines.
Ensure adequate stock levels of medications, medical supplies, and equipment.
Assist the Maintenance Director in developing a preventive maintenance program for nursing equipment and supplies.
Ensure care plan and assessment duties are performed in accordance with the Unit Manager job description.
Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including RAPs and Triggers.
Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information and protected health information.
Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of information.
Adhere to Resident’s rights.
Perform other work-related/personal nursing care duties as requested.