Unit Manager- RN
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.
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- Monitors and replace outdated medications while adhering to proper procedure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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
