Unit Manager- RN

Providence Health Care•Saint Mary of the Woods, IN

About The Position

SUMMARY: Thorough knowledge of general nursing principles and procedures and understanding of the concepts of aging and the needs and concerns of the elderly population. Knowledge of state and federal health regulations and clinical standards of nursing practice and delivery systems, supervision management, staff development and cost containment. Ability to perform comprehensive assessments and development individualized plans of care based on resident needs. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with all levels of health care professionals and support staff. Must be able to work under varying degrees of supervision. Display positive professional image and enhance positive public relations for the facility. The primary purpose of this position is to provide high quality, holistic nursing care while also maintaining medical records. Lead or direct licensed and non-professional staff in the delivery of direct resident care and support functions. A. Manage communication and relationships between CNAs, charge nurse & management B. Provide after hour/weekend support to facility as nurse on-call C. Attend meetings as required on and/or off campus representing PHC D. Assists nursing staff with admissions as needed E. Assists with wound care as needed F. Complete mandatory reports/forms G. Monitors and replace outdated medications while adhering to proper procedure H. Assures that refrigerator temperature logs are being completed timely I. Adheres to safety and infection control policies and procedures J. Communicate effectively orally and in writing K. Maintain unit and work area in clean safe and orderly manner L. Promote positive public relation for the facility M. Perform other tasks as required N. Able to cover both units as needed A. Manage communication and relationships between CNAs, charge nurse & management Monitor information flow from nurse to CNA. Prevent hostility/misunderstandings between employees. Report misbehavior to management & human resources when necessary. B. Provide after hour/weekend support to facility as nurse on-call Assist to find solution for staff member. Must be available entire time while on-call. C. Attend meetings as required Attend weekly care plan meetings as unit representative. Attend monthly gradual dose reduction meetings as unit representative. Attend daily clinical and stand-up meetings. Attend monthly fall committee meetings and provide follow-ups. Attend monthly safety committee meetings and provide follow-ups. Any other meetings as needed D. Assists nursing staff with admissions as needed and audit completeness and accuracy Assure that room is prepared and ready for resident Assist with entering any standing orders as needed E. Assists with wound care as needed Fill in for wound nurse if absent Assist wound nurse if needed F. Complete mandatory reports/forms Review 24 hour reports daily. Complete/review shower schedule. Complete 672, 802 forms. Review alarm sign—off sheets. Complete CNA assignment sheets. Monitor Coumadin doses. G. Monitors and replace outdated medications while adhering to proper procedure Check dates on medications weekly Dispose of any outdated medications using proper procedure H. Assures that refrigerator temperature logs are being completed timely Audit refrigerator temperature logs weekly I. Adhere To Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirement. Practice standard precautions. Audit cleaning of resident bedside unit, care equipment, and utility room Provides for the safety of the resident using safety devices identified on the assignment sheet. Report personal illness or skin lesions. Participates in orientation training and twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually. Report defective equipment or other potential safety hazards promptly. Adheres to Nursing Department policies and procedures. Monitors Side Rail Compliance J. Communicate Effectively Orally and In Writing Report physical or behavioral changes in the resident, accidents/incidents immediately. Monitors resident nutrition and fluid intake and outputs. Document daily on facility forms and in resident's medical record. Clarify questions regarding assignment with charge nurse. Maintain and safeguard entrusted confidential information. Control angry feelings. Be flexible, receptive and adaptive to change. K. Maintain Resident Unit and Nursing Work Areas in Clean, Orderly, and Safe Manner Use only approved items. Replace furniture to proper safe location. Handle equipment and supplies to avoid wastage or breakage. Use time effectively and efficiently. L. Promote Positive Public Relations for the Facility Display courteous, cooperative, helpful manner with residents, visitors and other staff Use proper telephone etiquette. Represent the facility in a positive manner M. Serve as liaison between CNAs, charge nurse & management Monitor information flow from nurse to CNA. Prevent hostility/misunderstandings between employees. Report misbehavior to management & human resources when necessary. Assist management & human resources with counseling and scheduling concerns when necessary. N. Perform Other Tasks as Required Be able to complete documentation in the electronic medical record. Assist other personnel when assignment completed. Knows and follows existing lines of communication and authority. Other - as designated by Director of Nursing. Assures that resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES All Clinical Staff on the LTC and rehab Units including CNAs and LPNs

Requirements

Ability to read/write comprehensive English and document observations.
Must perform basic math.
Ability to verbally communicate with residents, staff and general public in a manner that is understandable, must be honest, dependable and exhibit a warm, cheerful, caring manner.
Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Current RN License in good standing on file with the Indiana Nursing Board.
5 years’ experience in long-term care or other health care setting.

Responsibilities

Manage communication and relationships between CNAs, charge nurse & management
Provide after hour/weekend support to facility as nurse on-call
Attend meetings as required on and/or off campus representing PHC
Assists nursing staff with admissions as needed
Assists with wound care as needed
Complete mandatory reports/forms
Monitors and replace outdated medications while adhering to proper procedure
Assures that refrigerator temperature logs are being completed timely
Adheres to safety and infection control policies and procedures
Communicate effectively orally and in writing
Maintain unit and work area in clean safe and orderly manner
Promote positive public relation for the facility
Perform other tasks as required
Able to cover both units as needed
Manage communication and relationships between CNAs, charge nurse & management Monitor information flow from nurse to CNA. Prevent hostility/misunderstandings between employees. Report misbehavior to management & human resources when necessary.
Provide after hour/weekend support to facility as nurse on-call Assist to find solution for staff member. Must be available entire time while on-call.
Attend meetings as required Attend weekly care plan meetings as unit representative. Attend monthly gradual dose reduction meetings as unit representative. Attend daily clinical and stand-up meetings. Attend monthly fall committee meetings and provide follow-ups. Attend monthly safety committee meetings and provide follow-ups. Any other meetings as needed
Assists nursing staff with admissions as needed and audit completeness and accuracy Assure that room is prepared and ready for resident Assist with entering any standing orders as needed
Assists with wound care as needed Fill in for wound nurse if absent Assist wound nurse if needed
Complete mandatory reports/forms Review 24 hour reports daily. Complete/review shower schedule. Complete 672, 802 forms. Review alarm sign—off sheets. Complete CNA assignment sheets. Monitor Coumadin doses.
Monitors and replace outdated medications while adhering to proper procedure Check dates on medications weekly Dispose of any outdated medications using proper procedure
Assures that refrigerator temperature logs are being completed timely Audit refrigerator temperature logs weekly
Adhere To Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirement. Practice standard precautions. Audit cleaning of resident bedside unit, care equipment, and utility room Provides for the safety of the resident using safety devices identified on the assignment sheet. Report personal illness or skin lesions. Participates in orientation training and twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually. Report defective equipment or other potential safety hazards promptly. Adheres to Nursing Department policies and procedures. Monitors Side Rail Compliance
Communicate Effectively Orally and In Writing Report physical or behavioral changes in the resident, accidents/incidents immediately. Monitors resident nutrition and fluid intake and outputs. Document daily on facility forms and in resident's medical record. Clarify questions regarding assignment with charge nurse. Maintain and safeguard entrusted confidential information. Control angry feelings. Be flexible, receptive and adaptive to change.
Maintain Resident Unit and Nursing Work Areas in Clean, Orderly, and Safe Manner Use only approved items. Replace furniture to proper safe location. Handle equipment and supplies to avoid wastage or breakage. Use time effectively and efficiently.
Promote Positive Public Relations for the Facility Display courteous, cooperative, helpful manner with residents, visitors and other staff Use proper telephone etiquette. Represent the facility in a positive manner
Serve as liaison between CNAs, charge nurse & management Monitor information flow from nurse to CNA. Prevent hostility/misunderstandings between employees. Report misbehavior to management & human resources when necessary. Assist management & human resources with counseling and scheduling concerns when necessary.
Perform Other Tasks as Required Be able to complete documentation in the electronic medical record. Assist other personnel when assignment completed. Knows and follows existing lines of communication and authority. Other - as designated by Director of Nursing. Assures that resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor.