RN Unit Manager

Virginia Department of Veterans Services; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Veterans Services is hiring an RN Unit Manager for Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Center in Roanoke, VA. You will lead the nursing unit, ensuring high-quality patient care and staff performance while coordinating care plans and daily operations.

Qualified applicants possess an active Virginia RN license, CPR certification, and strong clinical leadership skills to support resident needs and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Excellent clinical knowledge and skill to assess and develop patient care plans.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, delegate, communicate and problem solve; supervise staff performance.
• Must be licensed as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia; CPR certification required upon hire or within a certain period.

Responsibilities

• Provide staff with frequent, constructive feedback and interim evaluations.
• Ensure safety and quality patient care; hold staff accountable for care plans.
• Oversee unit operations, coordinate staffing and schedules, and participate in recruitment/selection when needed.
• Maintain complete documentation and conduct compliance rounds and unit inspections.
• Engage with Human Resources to ensure disciplinary processes and policy adherence.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Staff supervision

Communication

Problem solving

CPR

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Duties

Ensures expectations are clear, well communicated and relate to the goals and objectives of the department or unit. Provide staff with frequent, constructive feedback, including interim evaluations as appropriate. Ensures staff has the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to accomplish goals. Completes performance planning and evaluation systems by established deadlines with proper documentation. Addresses performance issues and documents issues as they occur. Reviews and communicates safety issues to assure a safe and healthy workplace. Demonstrate leadership and management skills in effective utilization of staff resources. Will have 24-hour accountability for assigned unit. Will demonstrate knowledge of all resident needs and conditions on their assigned unit. Holds staff meetings to address issues pertaining to unit and resident care. Communicates changes in policy and procedures and discusses unit concerns with subordinates. Ensures that staff is oriented to unit and are held accountable for quality patient care. Ensures policies and procedures are followed. Ensures follow-up is completed daily for issues/concerns on the unit. Attends nursing and other meetings as assigned. May assist in recruitment/selection of personnel. Works closely with Human Resources ensuring compliance with the Commonwealth’s disciplinary process and grievance procedure in cases where disciplinary action may be necessary. Conduct compliance rounds and unit/resident inspections daily and as needed. Updates and completes resident census and condition reports and submit to the Director of Nursing weekly. Completes reports for QI and other reports as assigned. Ensures daily midnight census is correct. Assist in the development of treatment plans and patient teaching programs ensuring maintenance and updating all care plans, assessments and discharge summaries are completed in a timely manner as required by policy. Collaborates with other nurses and appropriate staff concerning the clinical status of patients and problems in the delivery of nursing care. Enforces safety rules and regulations ensuring all incidents are reported and investigated in a timely manner. Initiates or recommends appropriate corrective action necessary to avoid reoccurrence. Maintains a clean and safe environment ensuring orderly work areas throughout the unit are maintained. May function as the charge nurse, shift or weekend supervisor as necessary. Performs other duties that may be assigned that are within the Nursing department’s mission and as situations warrant in meeting the overall needs of the facility. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. Serves in the Nurse on-call rotation.

Title

RN Unit Manager

Hiring Range

$59,754 - $110,000

Pay Band

5

Agency

Dept of Veterans Services

Location

Davis & McDaniel Vet Care Ctr

Agency Website

www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Minimum Qualifications

Excellent clinical knowledge and skill to assess and develop patient care plans; demonstrated ability to coordinate, delegate, communicate and problem solve; ability to supervise and evaluate both patient care and staff performance; ability to instruct and train patients and staff. Possess basic knowledge of computer software and have the ability to use the computer. Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing and licensed as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Active licensure is a condition of employment. Must meet all requirements for maintaining license. Previous professional nursing experience in a long-term care or adult geriatric setting desirable; experience in leadership or management a plus. CPR certification required upon hire or willing to obtain.

Additional Considerations

None

Special Instructions

Support DMVCC’s mission by developing and maintaining positive working relationships and attitude with all employees, residents and families to solve problems when they arise in a timely manner. Understands that DMVCC has “zero tolerance” for disruptive and inappropriate behaviors, as well as requiring all employees adhere to the “Code of Conduct” as defined by DMVCC and outlined in DHRM’s Policy 1.60, “Standards of Conduct.” An employee who supports DMVCC mission:

• Contributes to a productive work environment through positive interactions with co-workers and supervisors.
• Values the work of others through mutual respect and support.
• Uses appropriate lines of communication and resources within the system to facilitate change and resolve problems.
• Uses appropriate conflict management techniques and resources to resolve problems with coworkers, supervisors and customers in a direct, positive and proactive manner.
• Interacts with coworkers, supervisors, residents and families in a manner that reflects an attitude of respect and courtesy.
• Uses appropriate interactions and effective communication skills to facilitate positive resident outcomes.
• Works collaboratively with the Department Head and supervision to achieve department objectives.
• Seeks and accepts guidance on all concerns, which impact the department and facility.
• Abides by all of the laws, regulations, policies and procedures that govern the operation of this facility
• Acknowledgement of nurse management when attempts are made to contact you within a timely manner.
• Dress Code:
• Any external facial piercings must be removed or covered with a band aid during your shift.
• Fingernails no longer than ¼ inch over fingertip.
• Name badges must be worn.
• No cell phone usage in resident care areas.
• English language must be spoken in resident

Contact Information

Name: Kristen Johnson

Phone: [phone] Ext. 4900

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.