Unit Manager (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Centers of America; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an RN Unit Manager to supervise and coordinate patient care on a designated unit, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and Life Care standards.

You will lead nurses and CNAs, manage charting, med administration, and care plans while maintaining professional relationships and a focus on patient safety and rights.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or diploma is required.
• Active RN license in the respective state is required.
• CPR certification must be current or obtained on hire.
• 1 year of geriatric nursing experience is preferred.
• Maintain compliance with training and Life Care policies.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide floor leadership.
• Chart accurately and timely.
• Coordinate patient care to achieve optimal physical, mental, and psychosocial well being.
• Administer medications as ordered by a physician.
• Lead in emergencies related to patient and staff safety.
• Coordinate and oversee care plans and services.
• Maintain excellent customer service and professional conduct.
• Adhere to attendance, teamwork, and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Advanced clinical knowledge

Independent decision making

Post-acute care regulations

Program interpretation

Patient rights & safety

Professional relationships

Confidentiality & compliance

English communication

Education

Nursing diploma (ADN/BSN)

Active RN licensure

CPR certification

1 year geriatric nursing experience (preferred)

Job description

Live the Mission

Position Summary

The RN Unit Manager is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred
• Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor
• Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner
• Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being
• Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician
• Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety
• Coordinate patient care plans and services
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer