Unit Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Short Term Rehab Unit Manager RN\LPN

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Short Term Rehab Unit Managerto lead our short-term rehabilitation unit at Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Topsfield, Massachusetts. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation and organization of the unit, ensuring the highest level of quality care for our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and organization of the short-term rehabilitation unit

• Assist with admissions, participate in family meetings, and discharge planning process

• Attend and participate in daily facility meetings and weekly Clinical Risk and Medicare meetings

• Conduct audits of all new admission charts

• Serve as liaison between family, patient, doctor, and other departments

• Investigate all incident reports and follow-up accordingly

• Participate in managing staff and assignments to ensure quality of care

• May be required to accept on-call hours on weekends and holidays as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a valid Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts

• Valid CPR certification

• At least 2 years of nursing supervisory experience

• Excellent computer and electronic medical record skills

Safety & Health Requirements:

• Identifies safety hazards and reports appropriately

• Functions effectively in emergency situations

• Follows facility procedures related to control and cleanliness of equipment and supplies within the unit

• Observes infection control procedures including hand washing and isolation procedures

• Assumes responsibility for the safety of patients under his/her supervision

• Observes all facility safety policies and procedures

• Ensures patient unit is orderly and held to a high standard of cleanliness

Individual Growth Requirements:

• Participates in facility education programs as assigned

• Comes to work in a clean, neat uniform and consistently presents a professional appearance in accordance with department dress code

• Comes to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and punctuality

• Accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner

• Assists others when own work is completed or as directed by Director of Nursing and/or Administrator

• Effectively organizes varying workloads

Documentation Requirements:

• Documents and oversees completion of: incidents and/or unusual problems, provision of care, audits and tracks trends in patient care according to established facility procedures

• Oversees thorough and accurate documentation specific to regulatory requirements and overall provision of care

• Takes accountability and assumes responsibility for the overall plan of care for patients on Short Term Rehabilitation unit from admission through discharge; ensuring highest attainable outcomes

General Requirements:

• Follows established performance standards and performs duties according to nursing service policies and procedures

• Assumes accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the unit assigned and within his/her span of control

• Listens tolerantly and patiently to resident and family complaints, addresses concerns promptly and escalates to Director of Nursing as appropriate

• Follows Resident's Rights policies at all times including confidentiality, privacy and dignity

• Consistently works cooperatively with residents, charge nurses, staff nurses, nursing assistants, physicians, families, consultant personnel, ancillary service providers and administration

• Performs other related duties as directed by Director of Nursing and/or Administrator

Join our team and take the next step in your nursing career! If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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