RN - Registered Nurse Unit Manager

RN Unit Manager
- Burlington, VT

Weekly Pay | Competitive Rates | Gas Allowance

At Elderwood at Burlington, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and heartfelt compassion to every resident. Our facility is built on values of teamwork, respect, and growth - creating a positive and collaborative environment where nurses can truly thrive.

We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) & Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNs) to join our team in Full-Time to support our resident's well being!

Why Join Elderwood?

• Weekly Pay Schedule - get paid every week!
• Gas Allowance Benefit for all positions
• Competitive RN & LPN Manager Pay Rates based on experience
• Generous employee referral bonuses
• Tuition Assistance Program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Free uniforms
• Comprehensive Benefits - including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (for Full-Time employees)

RN Unit Manager

- Position Overview:

The 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.

• Assure 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.

• Possession of a State License and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse required.
• Minimum of two (2) years nursing experience, and at least one (1) year of experience in a Nursing leadership role; interest or experience in geriatrics required, experience with dementia patients desirable.
• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Management skills for supervising and coordinating care of residents required. Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing, utilize creative problem solving, and handle problems diplomatically required.
• Exhibits characteristics of effective managerial leadership skills. These characteristics should include: desire for improvement; builder of trust; creating an environment where staff can experience pride. Their efforts are directed at allowing each worker to perform his or her own work and performing in a manner consistent with the aims and standards of the organization.
• This 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, 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 Statement: WE 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.