RN Unit Manager

Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; York (York County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Unit Manager to supervise nursing staff on the assigned unit(s) under the direction of the DON/ADON. The role ensures safety, adherence to standards of care, and proper resident care activities performed by RNs, LPNs, and Nursing Assistants.

The Unit Manager will oversee daily nursing operations, participate in performance improvement activities, and act on behalf of the DON in his/her absence while ensuring compliance with the State

Qualifications

• RN license currently active in the state
• Current CPR/BLS certification required
• Experience as Charge Nurse or in a supervisory role preferred

Responsibilities

• Assign daily work to nursing staff and direct their activities
• Review and follow physician orders and monitor treatment plans
• Oversee resident care to ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
• Attend stand-ups, conduct rounds, and communicate with ADON/DON
• Investigate falls or incidents and report significant findings promptly
• Participate in staff training and orientation for new hires

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Computer skills

Education

RN license

BLS CPR certification

Experience as Charge Nurse

Job description

Pleasant Acres Nursing & Rehabilitation Center -

Summary:

Under the supervision of the DON/ADON the Unit Manager assumes responsibility and accountability for assigned core programs. Leadership is provided to all nursing staff through daily oversight of nursing care on the assigned unit(s). Unit Managers adhere to the standards of care, manage the environment to maintain resident safety, and supervise the resident care activities performed by RN’s, LPN’s and Nursing Assistants. May act on behalf of the DON in his/her absence. Follows all policies and procedures and performs duties as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act.

Role Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must have computer skills.

Position Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. 1. Supervisory Responsibilities

   • Makes daily work assignments.
   • Directs the work of employees.
   • Schedules lunch and rest breaks.
   • Authorizes overtime and early departure from work.
   • Reassigns employees from one area to another area as facility needs dictate.
   • Prepares written evaluations of assigned employees.
   • Enforces facility policies with authority to issue disciplinary action as needed.
   • Authority to suspend an employee for rules violation.
   • Initials time records to authorize variances.
   • Interviews applicants to be assigned to his/her area of responsibility.
   • Receives/handles employee complaints.
   • Participates in training programs and assists in orientation of new employees.
   • Review all daily physician orders and check for follow through.
   • Attends stand up and reviews 24 hour report.
   • On call as scheduled.
   • Assists with resolutions of resident/family concerns.
2. Reports and investigates falls, unusual occurrences and significant changes in resident’s condition and reports significant findings to the ADON/DON.
3. Makes routine rounds and ensures that residents/resident representative are kept informed of treatment plan in a timely manner.
4. Conducts resident assessments; demonstrates basic knowledge, skill and sound judgement in assessment process and accurately correlates diagnostic data with clinical symptoms.
5. Continually observes, monitors and evaluates quality, quantity, and timeliness of nursing care by directing the work of employees.
6. Assesses those residents with change in condition and notifies physician of pertinent data.
7. Follows up and resolves outstanding resident clinical issues identified at morning clinical meeting.
8. Responsible for overseeing facility core programs.
9. Complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
10. Treats all residents, visitors and staff with courtesy.
11. Attends and participates in in-service trainings, performance improvement, and other committees and meetings as requested.

12. 12. Safety;

    • Knows and follows rules.
    • Demonstrates proper equipment use and reports repair or replacement needs promptly.
    • Follows facility smoking policies.
    • Reports and documents any incident or accident involving residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate party.
    • Performs all duties which may include transport of residents as outlined in the facility disaster plan.
    • Wears required protective equipment.
    • Follows all infection control procedures.

13. 13. Resident Rights;

    • Knows resident rights and helps residents exercise and protect them.
    • Reports resident complaints to management.
    • Maintains confidentiality of resident information.

Education/Certifications/Experience

• EDUCATION: Possesses a current license to practice in the State as an RN.
• CERTIFICATION:Current RN license is required. Employee must be in good standing with the state. Possession of a current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers CPR certificate is required.
• EXPERIENCE: Sufficient education in order to perform daily tasks with an understanding of the duties involved. Experience as a Charge Nurse or supervisory experience is preferred.