Nurse Manager

Nurse Management Openings (Unit Manager, Weekend Supervisor and PM Supervisor) RN Only Unit Manager
- DaysPM Supervisor Weekend Nurse Supervisor
- Days Sign-On Bonus

Sign on Bonus subject to terms and conditions, and minimum hours worked.

The Nursing Supervisor/ Unit Manager performs professional supervisory nursing practice in the care of the physically and mentally ill. Work involves responsibility for supervising the provision of quality nursing care given at the facility. The position is responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice; coordinating nursing programs; recognizing and assisting in solving professional, administrative, and supervisory problems. Position exercises considerable judgment in applying professional knowledge in solving nursing problems within established policies and practices.

• Determine the optimal allocation of present staff, per shift and assignment on each unit is present.
• Coordinate the care of patients on assigned shifts. Communicate shift concerns by the unit to appropriate staff (via e-mails, voice mail, etc.).
• Review 24 Hour Report and review patients as indicated for change of condition.
• Serve as the administrative authority for the smooth functioning of all units. Notify the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, and Scheduler/Central Supply of urgent concerns during the shift. When the concern is non-urgent, notify the manager by phone message or e-mail.
• Receive employee, resident, and family grievances. Refer information to the appropriate manager.
• Assist nurses in completing risk assessments and investigations of injury.
• Notify the Assistant Director of Nursing and Human Resources Director of identified learning needs.
• Receive employee call-offs. Record call-offs and update schedule. Notify managers/supervisors of call-offs in their units via voice mail. Replace for absences and vacancies for upcoming shift(s). Assist staff with pick-up hours (call-in phone, e-mail, vacancy lists, 72-hour availability list).
• Work with the Staffing Coordinator and Director of Nursing to assure that vacancies are filled in advance.
• Perform rounds to monitor the conditions and care of acutely ill patients.
• Supervise staff and assure survey compliance daily. Provide guidance and support to staff to better plan workflow.
• Receive reports throughout the shift. Complete reports as needed and required.
• Assist nurses in assessing residents who are experiencing acute changes.
• Provide clinical expertise in the management of medical and psychiatric emergencies.
• Respond to code blue, medical assistance situations. Assist staff, as needed.
• Provide clinical expertise in medical management, crisis, and behavior management techniques.
• Audit charts routinely. Provide clinical expertise in documentation, including MDS, Medicare PPS, acute illness charting, weekly summaries, and care planning.
• Ensure timely notification of MD/Family Representatives where warranted.
• Obtain supplies from the medical supply after hours.
• Restock the crash cart immediately after use.
• Direct staff response to emergencies, such as severe weather, fire, or other disaster scares. Participate in fire drills. Direct disaster evacuation plan, as needed.
• Meet routinely with the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Assist with the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
• Attend facility Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Meetings.

• Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure.
• Supervisory experience in a team leader role.
• Work experience as a professional nurse.
• CPR certification.

• Required to sit, stand, bend, and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.