RN Nursing Unit Manager

Job Description

Job Description

RN Nursing Unit Manager
Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Topsfield, Massachusetts

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate RN Unit Manager to lead our long-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. As a RN Nursing Unit Manager , you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional patient care and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operation and organization of the long-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 Long 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

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay ($52 - $56.50 HOURLY)
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• 401(k)

Join us in Topsfield, Massachusetts 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.