Weekend Nursing Unit Manager

Athena Health Care Systems; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Athena Health Care Systems is seeking a Weekend Nursing Unit Manager for its Worcester Rehabilitation & Health Care Center. This role involves managing resident care and nursing staff, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess an active LPN or RN license, with a Bachelor's in Nursing preferred. Join a team dedicated to providing excellent care and supporting employee growth.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Career advancement opportunities

Exclusive discounts

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must possess an active and unencumbered LPN or RN license in Massachusetts.
• Bachelor's in Nursing preferred; CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage resident care activities and nursing personnel.
• Participate in developing nursing services coordination methods.
• Ensure staff implements care plans and performs care activities.

Skills

Leadership

Assessment Skills

Clinical Decision-Making

Communication

Education

Active LPN or RN license in Massachusetts

Bachelor's in Nursing preferred

CPR certification

Job description

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We are hiring Unit Managers to join our dynamic care team at Worcester Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Worcester! Full-time and part-time options are available on weekends between 7a-11p. Candidates can choose to work every weekend or every other weekend; we are flexible. Weekly pay! Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

At Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and excellent customer service to our residents and their families. We aim to be the employer of choice by creating a workplace that nurtures your skills and talents, supporting your growth within the company.

The Unit Manager is 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 applicable rules, regulations, and guidelines governing long-term care facilities.

Education & Experience:

• Must possess an active and unencumbered LPN or RN license in Massachusetts.
• Bachelor's in Nursing preferred; CPR certification required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource to staff in clinical and managerial decision-making, delegate responsibilities accordingly.
• Assist in developing methods of coordinating nursing services with other resident care services to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in inspections (surveys) by authorized government agencies.
• Participate in and ensure appropriate assessment of residents, validate nursing staff’s clinical decisions.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and communication of resident care plans.
• Ensure staff implements care plans, performs care activities appropriately, and recognizes changes in resident status.
• Conduct frequent rounds on nursing units to ensure staff performance and resident needs are met.
• Monitor documentation procedures, audit daily to ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility requirements, and follow up on issues.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet resident needs.
• Manage staffing needs within established patterns and meet regularly with staff to address issues and improve services.
• Provide direct care to residents as needed or required.
• Follow universal precautions and infection control policies.
• Review complaints and grievances, document actions taken, and report to the Director of Nursing.

Specific Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Accurate assessment skills and familiarity with drug actions/interactions.
• Ability to tactfully interact with personnel, residents, families, visitors, and government agencies.
• Leadership and supervisory skills, with a willingness to work harmoniously with staff.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, and implement programs, policies, and procedures for quality care.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Connecticut, Athena operates skilled nursing centers across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, committed to improving residents' lives and creating thriving community environments. We value diversity and follow vaccination policies as per legal requirements.

Athena’s Benefits include:

• Competitive weekly pay, holiday and overtime pay
• Career advancement opportunities
• Exclusive discounts, employer-paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, vacation, health, dental, and vision insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.