Unit Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Key Job Duties and Responsibilities 

The Unit Manager oversees all aspects of operating a unit within the facility, from supervising the nursing staff to monitoring patient care. 

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

Manages the unit in accordance with policy and procedure, State and Federal regulations to promote high quality care and service. Assumes 24-hour responsibility and accountability for resident care on assigned unit. 

Ensures complete and prompt reporting of incidents with follow-up as necessary to Administrator and Director of Nursing. Actively participates in committee/programs as directed by Director of Nursing. 

Oversees resident care to promote the highest level of physical, mental and psychosocial functioning possible for assigned unit. Actively participates in the Quality Assurance process, including attendance at Quality Assurance meetings and submission of required reports. 

Ensures that significant changes in resident condition are communicated to the physician, family or DPOA. Makes daily rounds on unit to ensure resident care needs and environmental standards are met, this includes monitoring of dining room during meal times. 

Reviews clinical records for completeness and accuracy as necessary. 

Monitors, tracks, evaluate and reports infections for the unit.

Acts as a resource for nursing staff. 

Works collaboratively with Director of Nursing to identify and provide orientation and continuing education for unit staff members. 

Assists on the unit when short staffed or assistance is needed.

Monitor your assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies. 

Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information. 

Essential Job Duties/Physical Requirements 

The following is a general list of key job/physical requirements for your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and other job/physical requirements may be necessary as deemed by the Facility. 

• Regular worksite attendance.

• Must have a valid professional license (RN) that is in good standing with the State. 

• Must have a valid CPR certification. 

• Must have basic computer skills. 

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. 

• Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

• Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.

• Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds. The employee must be aware that during the normal, routine performance of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally, although they may not be a requirement of the job.

• Primary Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 10 lbs: Frequently 

• Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Rarely 

• Lift 26 to 50 lbs: Rarely 

• Lift over 50 lbs: Rarely 

• Carry up to 10 lbs: Occasionally 

• Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Rarely 

• Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Rarely 

• Carry over 50 lbs: Rarely 

• Reach above should height: Frequently 

• Reach at shoulder height: Constantly 

• Reach below shoulder height: Frequently 

• Push/Pull: Constantly 

• Hand Manipulation:

• Grasping: Constantly 

• Handling: Constantly 

• Torquing: Rarely 

• Fingering: Constantly 

• Other Physical Considerations 

• Twisting, Bending, Crawling, Squatting, Kneeling, Crouching, Climbing and Balancing is required. 

• Employees may be required to operate and automobile and various games. 

• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and hostile people within the Facility. 

• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.