Unit Manager - RN- West Valley

Rocky Mountain Care skilled nursing community in West Valley City provides unparalleled rehabilitation therapy and nursing services and is consistently recognized as a leader in nursing care. We composed our integrated team of nursing specialists with the most highly trained and most experienced personnel to meet the individual needs of each of our guests in a personal and professional manner.

Coupled with our incredible staff and unbeatable service, guests of Hunter Hollow enjoy breath taking surroundings that provide a wide range of opportunities for their wellness experience. Hunter Hollow in West Valley is Medicare and Medicaid certified, and is available for short and long-term care.

Job Description Department Nursing Reports  to Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing Reporting to this position

Clinical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Unit Clerks and Support Staff Job Classification Administrative/Management Position Purpose Assists the Director of Nursing; plans, develops, organizes, and coordinates day-to-day functions of the unit.

Required Qualifications Minimum requirements include the following:

A nursing degree from an accredited college or university,Current unencumbered nursing license in the state where practicing,Minimum two (2) years of experience providing direct care in long-term care, restorative or geriatric setting as an LPN or RN.Minimum (1) year of experience in nursing management.

Current CPR Certification.

Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Plans, develops, organizes, implements, and directs nursing services for residents on the unit assigned.

Ensures compliance with current applicable federal, state and local regulations and facility policies and procedures.

Reviews complaints and grievances made or filed by staff. Makes appropriate reports to the Director of Nursing as required or as necessary.

Ensures an adequate stock of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on the unit at all times to adequately meet the needs of the resident and notifies appropriate personnel of needs.

Assists in the development of written preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident.

Makes nursing/aide assignments as indicated.

Encourages staff to attend and participate in outside training programs and schedules times as appropriate.

Review nurses’ notes to ensure they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided, that they reflect the resident’s response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident’s wishes.

Additional Assigned Tasks Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents’ rights.

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.

Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.

Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.

Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in…