Nurse Manager - Assisted Living

Manager NurseCompany Description: Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork.Job Description: This position is responsible for providing direct nursing care to the residents on the assigned floors. The Manager Nurse is responsible for supervising the CNA's and HHAs in the delivery of planned resident care. The Manager Nurse is responsible for maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment, as well as the direction and supervision of assigned personnel delivering care on the unit.Provide direct and individualized nursing care to assigned residents based on established nursing protocol. Observe and assess for: pain/discomfort, oxygen therapy, all drainage, all dressings, and any incontinent elimination which may have occurred. Provide ignition and ongoing systematic assessment of the physical, emotional, social, educational, and functional needs of the resident/family through observation, interview, and physical examination. Interpret assessment data and information to assist in developing a plan of care. Assure medical orders are transcribed and processed accurately and timely and integrate the medical care plan into the provision of nursing care. Assure that medication administration is correct, according to the established nursing policies and procedures. Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with the resident plan of care. Administer medication per physician orders. Document properly on MOR. Observe for any adverse reaction. Assemble resident charts, resident records, and assure all necessary form are completed in a timely manner. Assure all monthly summaries are completed in a timely manner for assigned residents. Prepare incident/accident reports for residents as needed per policy, notify AL Director, physician, and family post incident per policy and document accordingly. Assist resident in learning self-care activities. Supervise all resident assignments to nursing team members, and assure special instructions are given to team members. Observe and supervise all meals to ensure residents receive the proper diet and any assistance required. Monitor and organize all material resources necessary for meeting needs of assigned unit. Recognize emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiate appropriate action. Ensure that resident call lights are promptly answered, and their needs are addressed timely and appropriately. Assist with the orientation of new staff members. Ensure that all scheduled activities take place on assigned unit by utilizing activity personnel and/or nursing personnel.Qualifications: Level of Formal Education: Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Area of Study: Nursing Years of Experience: 1+ years Type of Experience: Nursing experience in a health care facility Special Certifications: LPN/LVN or RN license, with a current and active LOP license in the state of this community facility Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties. Skills and Ability: Proficient in clinical techniques such as, but not limited to, emergency procedures, skin management hydration therapy, and other nursing procedures. Ability to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times, hostile residents within the community. Possess excellent supervisory skills. Personal Attributes: Willingness to work harmoniously with all staff members Other/Preferred: Ability/willingness to continue education credits necessary to maintain licensure and certification.Additional Information: Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.