RN Unit Manager

Medilodge of Gaylord; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription drug coverage

401K plan

Daily/Weekly pay options

HSA and FSA

Job summary

MediLodge of Gaylord is seeking a Unit Manager Registered Nurse to lead the nursing unit in a long-term care facility. You will supervise staff, coordinate resident care, manage staffing and resources, and collaborate with physicians to ensure the highest quality of care.

Qualified candidates have RN licensure, a degree in nursing, CPR certification, and at least three years of nursing experience including one year in long-term care. Excellent leadership and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing; degree preferred.
• Licensure as RN (state requirements).
• CPR certification as applicable.
• Three years nursing experience; one year in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Direct the unit nursing operations including staffing, hiring, disciplining and evaluating staff.
• Plan and lead meetings/committees to address resident care issues.
• Ensure staffing and budget alignment to maintain high-quality care.
• Develop and implement staff development and continuing education programs.
• Coordinate with physicians to ensure timely interventions and accurate medical records.

Skills

Motivation of staff

Work assessment

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Basic computer skills

Diversity awareness

Education

RN degree preferred

Licensed RN

Job description

Gaylord Opco LLC
MediLodge of Gaylord
508 Random Ln
Gaylord, MI 49735, USA

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

Summary:
The Unit Manager Registered Nurse is responsible for directing the entire operation of a nursing unit in a long-term care healthcare facility.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing, degree preferred.

Licenses/Certification:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) (if state requires)
• Valid CPR certificate

Experience:

• Three years of nursing experience, of which one year was in a long-term care environment.

Job Functions:

• Performs General Management Functions such as hiring, disciplining and evaluating employees.
• Plans and facilitates meetings and committees to address resident care issues for the unit.
• Manages area of responsibility with the goal of achieving and maintaining the highest quality of care possible.
• Participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating programs that promote the recruitment, retention, development and continuing education of nursing staff members.
• Contacts physicians as necessary and ensures physicians interventions are timely and appropriate.
• Reviews staffing patterns and census of nursing units and reassigns personnel when necessary to ensure staffing meets resident needs and budgetary controls.
• Monitors the clinical operations of the unit and resident’s conditions and ensures that appropriate and quality care is administered.
• Obtains medications, supplies and medical records needed to provide safe, efficient, and therapeutic care to residents on a continuing basis.
• Assists in the orientation of new personnel, monitors their skills and guides and observes staff that may need assistance with procedures.
• Participates in facility “QA” program.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skilled in motivation of staff and leadership.
• Skilled in work assessment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of state and federal requirements for accreditation and certification.
• Possesses basic computer skills.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse resident and employee population.

Qualifications

Skills

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Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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