Unit Manager, RN, Skilled Nursing Center (FT, Days)

Allied-Services; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied-Services in Scranton, PA seeks a capable RN Unit Manager to oversee the 24-hour operations of a nursing unit. You will supervise RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and other staff, ensuring delivery of high-quality resident care in line with policies and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a registered nurse with 3+ years in LTAC or Med/Surg and at least 1 year of supervision, plus PA license, CPR, and background clearance. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing Program or Healthcare Management preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years work experience as a Registered Nurse in a Long Term Care or Med/Surg setting.
• Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience.
• Must be cleared by PA State Police Criminal History Check.
• CPR Certification required or must be obtained and maintained.
• Possession of a current RN license as issued by the PA State Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee twenty-four hour management of the nursing unit under supervision of Director/Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Supervise, coordinate, and delegate clinical duties and unit activities to ensure quality resident care.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations and unit policies.
• Manage staff such as RN, LPN, CNA, Restorative Aides, and Unit Secretary.

Skills

Staff supervision

Nursing leadership

Communication

Education

2 Year Degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

• Location 303 Smallacombe Dr,Scranton, PA, 18508,United States
• Job Category RN, Unit Manager
• Employee Type 1-Full Time
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Name Theresa Snyder
• Phone [phone]

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Director or Assistant Director of Nursing, the Unit Manager is responsible for the twenty-four hour management of his/her respective nursing unit. The Unit Manager is responsible for all administrative and professional working policies pertaining to his/her section, as well as supervising, coordinating, and delegating the clinical duties and other unit activities, in order to provide quality resident care.

The Unit Manager must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the residents served on his/her unit - adult through geriatric. The Unit Manager must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the resident's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each resident's requirements relative to their age-specific needs; and to provide the care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.Type of supervision exercised: full. Jobs reporting to this position: RN, LPN, CNA, Restorative Aides, Unit Secretary.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited Nursing Program or Healthcare Management preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three (3) years work experience as a Registered Nurse in a Long Term Care or Med/ Surg setting required.

Minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience required.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Must be cleared by PA State Police Criminal History Check.

CPR Certification required or must be obtained and must be maintained.

Possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners.

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff, residents and visitors.

Must have demonstrated administrative ability, supervisory capabilities and reliability.

Must be able and willing to be available for daily twenty-four (24) hour call.

Must possess knowledge of Federal and State Regulations.