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Registered Nurse Unit Manager, RN Job Summary
Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a *5 Star Rated* Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience. Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge.
Responsibilities:
- Perform professional supervision, guidance and direction to staff in both clinical and personnel issues on the Long-Term or Short Term Unit.
- Coordinate resident care in accordance with State DOH regulations.
- Provide support to residents/families in dealing with clinical issues and challenges.
- Ensure staff adheres to safety and infection control guidelines.
- Assist in establishing daily operations of resident care on unit, including showers/baths, toileting, meal, medication administration and activities.
- Communicate pertinent information to other members of the Interdisciplinary Team to assure resident/family needs are met.
- Perform daily rounds of all residents on the unit.
- Perform assessments on residents as required by the facility (Admission, Elopement, Pain, etc.).
- Develop and document a plan of care for each resident on Resident Information Sheets.
- Document clinical observations and assessments on all assigned residents per regulations and report findings to the designated Nursing Supervisor.
- Prepare resident assignments for Certified Nursing Assistants, considering patient needs and personnel competency.
- Communicate ongoing resident, family and facility plans/concerns/information to staff.
- Organize, oversee and supervise assigned unit activities and staff assignments.
- Assist other staff members in the completion of their duties and orient new nursing personnel as assigned.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Requirements:
- Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing.
- Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or three (3) years experience in long term care.
- Current licensure in New York State as a Registered Professional Nurse.
- Minimum three (3) years experience in a supervisory capacity in a hospital, long term care facility, or related medical facility, with training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practice.
- Must have a sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and handicapped.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of medical, social, and psychological needs of residents.
- Must utilize good judgment in emergency situations.
- Must possess a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth.
- Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families, and staff.
- Must be able to handle emergencies with calm and intelligent response.
- Must have computer literacy.
- Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling and ask to speak to the HR Department or email us at.
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