Unit Manager/RN Supervisor

CareOne Group•Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ

3d•$87,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

CareOne at Parsippany is hiring a Unit Manager to coordinate and oversee all aspects of an assigned clinical unit. The role is responsible for maintaining appropriate staffing, monitoring and supporting resident care, ensuring clinical documentation and care plans are complete, and ensuring compliance with applicable policies and state and federal requirements. The Unit Manager supervises nursing staff, works collaboratively with facility leadership and other departments, and provides direct nursing care as needed. The position participates in clinical, resident-risk, PPS, and quality assurance meetings; supports admissions and follow-up on resident changes in condition; monitors medication administration and treatments; and helps identify staff education needs and address grievances or concerns. It also supports surveys, corrective actions, emergency preparedness, infection control, and resident rights and safety.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved RN program.
Actively licensed RN in the assigned state or states of employment.
Previous supervisory experience.
Two years of long-term care (LTC) experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure required staffing levels are met for each shift and adjust staffing as needed, including updating the posted schedule to reflect actual staffing.
Lead and participate in weekly resident At Risk meetings, identifying concerns, ensuring appropriate interventions, and completing follow-up.
Attend morning clinical review meetings, PPS meetings as indicated, and monthly QA and A meetings as assigned.
Monitor resident care provided by licensed nurses and CNAs and ensure required documentation is completed.
Review daily 24-hour resident change-in-condition reports and ensure appropriate interventions, physician and family notifications, and documentation are completed.
Review medical records and documentation to ensure clinical programs follow policies and procedures.
Identify staff education needs and collaborate with the Facility Educator to address them.
Participate in other committees as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services.
Ensure resident care and documentation comply with state and federal regulations and that staff comply with HIPAA requirements; report known violations.
Assign work to staff, including breaks and lunches, and ensure assignments are followed.
Initiate disciplinary action for staff as necessary in collaboration with the DON/ADON.
Coordinate with department managers and the DON on follow-up and resolution of personnel, resident, or family grievances and concerns.
Ensure physician orders are followed.
Assist the DON/ADON with performance evaluations as directed; greet new admissions and families and help nursing staff with admissions as needed.
Ensure admission documentation, clinical assessments, and care plans are completed within 24 to 48 hours.
Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure medications and treatments are provided as ordered and scheduled.
Provide direct nursing care as necessary.
Report problem areas to the Director of Nursing and assist with developing and implementing corrective action.
Attend continuing education to remain current with nursing practice standards and maintain licensure requirements.
Ensure nursing staff follow policies and procedures, including dress code, and participate in fire safety and disaster preparedness drills.
Ensure nursing personnel follow established infection-control procedures when isolation precautions are necessary.
Ensure personnel operate nursing equipment safely.
Collaborate with the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator as needed or directed to develop written resident care plans.
Ensure nursing care is provided privately and staff knock before entering residents’ rooms.
Report and assist in investigating allegations of resident abuse, including misappropriation of resident property.
Assist Social Services in ensuring advance directives and code status are obtained and documented according to policy.
Participate in annual and complaint survey processes as directed and assist with required plans of correction.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including multiple medical plans and pharmacy coverage, Teladoc, multiple dental plans, and a vision plan.
Health Savings Account, subject to eligibility restrictions.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Voluntary life and AD&D coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability plans.
Hospital indemnity insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Accident insurance.
Whole life insurance.
Medicare Employee Assistance.
Legal plan.
Commuter benefits.
401(k) retirement plan.
Employee Assistance Program available to all employees.
Paid time off, including vacation and sick plans in accordance with state laws.
Opportunities to advance and grow your career.