Nursing Unit Leader – Patient Care Excellence & Ops

Preferred Care Health Centers; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Montcare Wheaton in Wheaton, Maryland is seeking a Unit Manager to provide leadership and manage the rehabilitation and skilled nursing team. You will oversee daily operations, ensure high-quality patient care, and foster a positive work environment for staff.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, staff development, regulatory compliance, performance improvement, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Unit Manager or in a leadership role.
• Current Maryland RN license.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the nursing team, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and high-quality patient care
• Develop and implement unit goals, objectives, and policies to achieve excellence in patient care and satisfaction
• Foster a positive and respectful work environment, promoting teamwork, communication, and collaboration among staff
• Ensure effective staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to meet the needs of our patients and staff
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and develop training programs to enhance staff skills and competence
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans and improve patient outcomes
• Monitor and report on unit performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes to address them
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain a focus on patient safety and risk reduction

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Nursing leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field

Job description

Montcare Wheaton in Wheaton, Maryland is seeking a Unit Manager to provide leadership and manage the rehabilitation and skilled nursing team. You will oversee daily operations, ensure high-quality patient care, and foster a positive work environment for staff.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, staff development, regulatory compliance, performance improvement, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.