Unit Manager RN

Responsibilities

• Implements specific restorative programs at the direction of the DON using the nursing process and ensures proper delivery and documentation with all nursing staff.
• Works closely with licensed therapists to ensure that specific recommendations are followed through when discharged from formal therapy programs.
• Works as part of the Interdisciplinary team, completes sections of the MDS and ensures that all restorative nursing measures are reflected in the plan of care.
• Participates in care plan conference, case mix meeting, and stand up; makes recommendations and/or reports on restorative nursing programs and infection control.
• Utilizes Point Click Care and other software systems and reports.
• Participates in the CQI process.
• Performs ongoing monitoring of health‑care associated/nosocomial infections.
• Tracks trends in infection within the facility and reports infection clusters and communicable diseases to appropriate agencies required by state and local regulations.
• Identifies infection control issues and makes recommendations for corrective action.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and Tuberculosis Control Plan.
• Educates new employees and provides continued education to all employees for techniques and practices of restorative nursing care and infection control.
• Periodically makes rounds on all shifts to monitor restorative programs, infection control practices and employee compliance.
• Communicates on a regular basis with the Director of Nursing on the process of the restorative programs, infection control, and other clinical issues within the unit.
• Participates in the Nurse On‑Call program.
• Includes but not limited to wheelchairs, mattresses, cushions, and splints.

Unit Manager develops, implements and maintains the care communities Restorative Nursing Program; participates in the planning, organizing, directing and facilitating the clinical operations of the assigned units to ensure regulatory compliance, nurture a person‑centered culture, and ensure quality care; evaluates quality of resident care and resident outcomes as they relate to the healthcare associated/nosocomial infections.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Current license as a Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse with the State Board of Nursing. CPR certification recommended. Certification in Infection Control is desired.

• Promotion opportunities
• Flexibility
• Education/Learning
• Competitive benefit package

• Experience – We would love to connect with you if you have had a job or experience in a position with similar goals and responsibilities.
• Skills – We are looking for individuals that are compassionate, team players, social, trustworthy and service‑minded.
• Characteristics – We are looking for individuals that are self‑motivated, dependable, ethical, and ready to jump in and provide outstanding care and customer service to our residents.

Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

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