Unit Manager (RN/LPN)

Garden Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Laconia Nursing Home in New York seeks a Unit Manager to care for Residents and support their speedy recovery. You will be part of the professional Nursing Administrative Team, providing high-quality nursing care and coordinating with physicians.

The ideal candidate is a registered nurse with strong communication skills, a team player, and a compassionate leader. Full-time position with duties spanning supervision, patient assessments, and adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a registered nurse.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess needs to provide quality care.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses for care plans.
• Supervise and train nursing staff; ensure safety and hygiene.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Team player

Communication skills

Education

RN License

Job description

Laconia Nursing Homeis looking for aUnitManagerto care for our Residents and facilitate their speedy recovery. The candidate will be part of the professional Nursing Administrative Team. The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care. The goal is to promote the patient’s well-being by providing high-quality nursing care.

Responsibilities ofUnit Manager:

• Monitor patient’s condition and assess their needs to provide the best possible care and advice
• Observe and interpret Residents symptoms and communicate them to physicians
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for patients
• Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections, etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
• Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
• Inspect the facilities and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, preparing beds, etc.)
• Provide instant medical care in emergencies
• Supervise and train LPNs and nursing assistants
• Foster, a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
• Expand knowledge and capabilities by attending educational workshops, conferences, etc.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a registered nurse
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination, etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
• A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible and compassionate

Valid nursing license (RN or LPN)
-Must be Full Time