Unit Manager $2.500 Sign on Bonus!

Award Care at Big Bend•Perry, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Award Care at Big Bend is seeking a Unit Nurse Manager (RN or LPN) to join its community. The role is intended for a patient- and family-focused, team-oriented professional who will help build a positive workplace culture. The Unit Nurse Manager oversees nursing staff and staffing needs on an assigned unit, supports staff development, and provides direct resident care in accordance with established plans. The position also contributes to ongoing improvements in care systems and processes and helps develop a successful management team.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered, active state license to practice as an RN or LPN.
Minimum of three years of nursing experience; experience serving the same age or type of resident population as the facility is preferred.
Minimum of one year of experience in nursing administration.
Must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated.

Responsibilities

Manage staffing needs and supervise nursing staff providing direct resident care to ensure quality care on the assigned unit.
Assist with staff development.
Provide direct resident care in accordance with established plans.
Supervise Clinical Nurses and Nurse Assistants.
Conduct and document complete data collection of each resident’s medical status upon admission and throughout treatment.
Assist in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for assigned residents.
Assist in recruiting and hiring nursing staff.
Monitor compliance with resident-record documentation requirements as directed.
Coordinate staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage.
Ensure compliance with resident-rights policies and work with families and staff to resolve grievances as needed.
Complete Preceptor Training.
Develop and implement new ideas and concepts to improve systems and processes and achieve superior results.
Contribute to the development of a successful management team.