Unit Manager- RN

Martinsville Health and Rehab Center, Martinsville, VA 24112, USA Description Must possess the ability to work independently. Must be knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the applicable state laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the long-term care facility. Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other LPNs and non‑professional personnel. Must have the ability to implement the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the facility. Must understand and follow company policies, including harassment and complaint procedures. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must be able to effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor. Must be able to chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner. Must be able to provide and coordinate resident care. Must be able to accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by physician. Must be able to respond to emergency situations related to resident and staff safety in a leader capacity. Must be able to coordinate resident care plans and services with RN. Must practice dependable, regular attendance. Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment. Must be able to communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team. Must be able to administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids, and note times and amounts on residents’ charts. Must be able to observe residents, charting and reporting changes in residents’ conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action. Must be able to provide basic resident care and treatments, such as taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing wounds, treating bedsores, giving enemas or douches, rubbing with alcohol, massaging, or performing catheterizations. Must be able to sterilize equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr