Unit Manager

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing Services the Unit Manager has authority, responsibility, and accountability for the overall management of residents on a designated unit. The Unit Manager is responsible for directing, coordinating, and supervising the activities of nursing staff engaged in specific nursing practices and is responsible for transmitting each unit's staff concerns to the appropriate department supervisor. Demonstrates ability to perform job functions if a Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Nursing Assistant, and Registered Nurse as needed.

Essential Job Duties Include:

• Responsible for assessment of resident's needs, development, and implementation of comprehensive Care Plan. Consults with residents' physician in planning resident care. Periodically reviews and updates comprehensive Care Plan.
• Evaluates incidents and determines emergency measures to be used. Assesses and Directs emergency treatment to residents and staff involved in accidents. If necessary, notifies the physician and the appropriate persons. Completes incident report with causes investigated and corrective actions taken and recommendations made to avoid occurrence. Updates Care Plans with new interventions as necessary.
• Works with interdisciplinary team as in developing a discharge plan for individual residents and assists in achieving discharge planning.
• Handles resident a staff grievance and/or refers them to the appropriate supervisor.
• Conducts resident rounds to assess and/or supervise nursing care, assess condition of residents and promotes a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
• Notifies the resident's physician, family and/or health care agent of any change in the resident's condition.
• Participates in Nursing Management Meetings, HART Team Meetings, and Comprehensive Care Plan Conferences
• Other Duties as assigned.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: MUST Maintains a current, valid license as a registered (RN) in good standing. Must have current CPR certification.

Experience: A minimum of one year's experience in nursing service administration preferred. Additional education or experience in such areas as rehabilitative or geriatric nursing is preferred.