RN Unit Manager

Athena Health Care Systems; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN Unit Manager to lead a dynamic care team at a renowned facility. This full-time role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives while ensuring high standards of care and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and assessment skills, guiding a team in delivering exceptional healthcare services. With competitive weekly pay and a supportive work environment, this opportunity promises both professional growth and fulfillment. Join a mission-driven organization committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees

Overtime pay for hourly employees

Career advancement opportunities

Exclusive employer discount program

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Vacation and personal time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must possess a current RN license in Connecticut.
• Three years of experience with one year in long-term care required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage resident care activities and nursing personnel.
• Monitor documentation procedures and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Leadership Skills

Clinical Decision Making

Communication Skills

Delegation Skills

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

CPR Certification

Job description

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We are hiring an overnight full-time RN Unit Manager to join our dynamic care team at Valerie Manor in Torrington!

Weekly pay! Includes weekends.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our residents and their families, and we aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As the Unit Manager, you are responsible for the 24-hour coordination and management of resident care activities, unit operations, and nursing personnel on a designated nursing unit or shift in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.

Education & Experience:

• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in the state.
• Bachelor's in Nursing preferred & CPR certification required.
• Three (3) years of experience with one year of long-term or subacute care experience required.
• One year of supervisory experience preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource to staff in clinical and managerial decision making, delegate responsibilities to staff.
• Assist in developing methods of coordination of nursing services with other resident care services to ensure the continuity of the resident’s total regimen of care.
• Participate in inspections (surveys) made by authorized government agencies.
• Participate in and assure appropriate assessment of residents, validate nursing staff’s clinical decisions.
• Participate in development, implementation and communication of resident’s care plan.
• Ensure staff is implementing care plans, performing care activities appropriately, and recognizing changes in resident status.
• Make frequent rounds on nursing units to ensure all personnel are performing their work in accordance with established nursing standards, and all residents’ needs are being met.
• Monitor documentation procedures of nursing staff. Audit assigned documentation daily to ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility requirements. Follow-up on issues with employees and report to the Director of Nursing.
• Collaborate with interdepartmental personnel and other departments to maintain services meeting residents' needs.
• Recognize staffing needs and facilitate appropriate staff assignments within established staffing patterns.
• Meet regularly with staff to identify and address problem areas and improve services.
• Provide direct care or function as staff nurse as needed.
• Follow universal precautions and infection control policies during daily tasks.
• Review complaints and grievances from residents or responsible parties and report actions taken to resolve issues to the Director of Nursing.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must have accurate assessment skills.
• Familiarity with drug actions and interactions required.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, families, visitors, government agencies, and the public.
• Leadership and supervisory skills, with a willingness to work harmoniously with staff.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, policies, and procedures for quality care.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Connecticut, Athena provides exceptional healthcare services across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. We are committed to improving residents' lives and creating thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a supportive work environment.

Become a vital part of our team dedicated to delivering exceptional care.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees
• Overtime pay for hourly employees
• Career advancement opportunities
• Exclusive employer discount program

Eligible team members can also access:

• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Vacation and personal time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our vaccination policy requires all new staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless exempted by Athena or where prohibited by law.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care