RN Unit Manager

Job TitleRN Unit ManagerSalaryUp to $99,450 / yearOverviewAt Elderwood at Williamsville the RN Unit Manager is responsible for the nursing services and oversight of social programming for all residents on his/her assigned unit for a twenty-four (24) hour basis; involves communication with physicians, families, co-workers and other health care professionals, management and evaluation of nursing staff performance, hiring, and the termination of staff. This individual is responsible for nursing care reporting, documentation planning, implementation and evaluation.ResponsibilitiesAssure responsibility for the development, implementation, and evaluation of a residents' nursing care plan, and the coordination of the interdisciplinary goals and approaches to the needs or health care problems of residents.Ensure the unit and environment is maintained in good order for the well being of staff and residents.Attend all meetings and required or preferred in-service training as requested by the Administrator and Director of Nursing.Generate and develop ideas, which improve the quality of care for residents or increase job productivity and satisfaction.Encourage involvement and recognize staff for making exceptional contributions.QualificationsPossession of a state license in applicable state you are performing work and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional NurseMinimum of two (2) years nursing experience and at least one (1) year of experience in a nursing leadership roleInterest or experience in geriatricsCurrent BLS/CPRExperience with dementia population desirableThis position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.EOE StatementWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.