RN - Unit Manager at Utica

Job Description

The Pines at Utica Center for Nursing and Rehabilitaiton currently is looking for an experienced RN Unit Manager for our Sub Acute Rehab floor. To be succesful inthis role you must be adynamic team leaderwith experience in LTC AND sub-acute/acute care. Management experience preferred.

$2500Sign on Bonus available.

Basic Job Description:
Responsible for the general oversight of the facilitys operations and management including providing optimal care, communicating the facilitys policies and ensuring the general order, safety and cleanliness of the facility. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facilitys administration and Nursing policies and procedures.


Primary Functions:

• Makes decisions relevant to the operation and management of the facility.
• Verifies that the residents physician and family is notified when there is a significant clinical development in the residents condition or if the resident requires immediate medical care.
• Makes decisions concerning staffing in the facility such as replacing call outs, authorizing overtime and reassigning personnel when appropriate.

Other Duties:

• Assumes independent responsibility for yearly written evaluations of charge nurses and documents accurately their strengths, weaknesses and the steps taken to improve their performance. Such evaluations become part of the charge nurses permanent records and shall be used as the basis for determining continued employment, promotional opportunities and the amount of any wage increases granted.
• Assumes independent responsibilities for documenting disciplinary concerns for charge nurses on designated shifts, including reprimands, oral and written warnings, and recommending the suspension or discharge of an employee.
• Directs proper handling of resident care emergencies.
• Makes house rounds and consults with charge nurse concerning new admissions and acutely/seriously ill residents.
• Ensures availability of supplies and that all equipment is in proper working order.
• Supervises to ensure the proper completion of accident/incident documentation and notification.
• Functions as Charge Nurse RN in the event that there is a call out and the nurse cannot be replaced.
• Assists in on-going Quality Assurance of resident care and documentation.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by ADNS.
• Conducts in-services during assigned shifts according to pre-determined schedules. Records attendance.
• Monitors schedule of physicians visits and keeps Medical Director advised of any and all discrepancies.
• Projects the facilitys image in a positive light to residents, staff and community.
• Maintains a positive attitude and rapport with family members.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of employment.
• Minimum of 3 years experience supervision experience.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Interest in the needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both.
• Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position/assignments.
• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice including the administration of medications.
• CPR certified.

Expectations:

• Presents a neat appearance with a pleasant speaking voice and personality. Must be punctual.
• Works with a minimum of supervision.
• Discusses any problems, needs or concerns which arise with the Administrator.
• Attends in-service educational classes and on-the-job training programs as directed.
• Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and a positive image throughout the facility.
• Treats people with respect; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values and mission statement; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Understands and upholds Residents Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential
• Understands responsibilities concerning infection control, safety, accident and fire prevention.
• Assumes any duties that are assigned by the ADNS in order to provide optimal achievable quality resident care.
• Discusses any problems, needs or concerns which arise with the staff.
• Resolves work related complaints of charge nurses and LNAs during assigned shift.
• Maintains a professional demure in appearance and mannerisms according to established facility standards.

Job Requirements

 
Country: USA, State: New York, City: Utica, Company: NATIONAL HEALTH CARE ASSOCIATES.