RN Unit Manager

Company: Saint Joseph Villa
Location: Flourtown
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF JOB:The Unit Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating all nursing care on the unit. The Unit Manager supervises assigned staff and has 24-hour responsibility/accountability for the functioning of the unit.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Direct and supervise all aspects of resident care given on the unit.Conduct resident rounds daily, addressing issues and concerns as needed.Perform and document a comprehensive assessment of each resident.Oversee the development of an accurate comprehensive care plan based on each resident's assessment, and review and revise as necessary.Participate in resident care conferences.Document resident care provided and resident's response or lack of response to care provided.Participate in report at the beginning and end of shift, and include sufficient information for follow-up action as needed.Monitor and evaluate performance of professional nurses, nursing assistants and unit clerk.Conduct disciplinary meetings with staff in accordance with Villa policy.Report changes in resident's conditions to supervisor, physician, and responsible party as necessary.Follow established standards of nursing practice and implement facility policies and procedures, interpreting them to professional nurses, nursing assistants, restorative nursing assistants, residents, family members and physicians.Identify resident problems, emergency situations, safety hazards and initiate appropriate action to resolve.Prepare time schedules.Administer and document medication and treatments per physician orders.Order medications according to pharmacy protocol.Conduct regularly scheduled floor meetings to improve communications and resolve problems.Assume responsibility for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the assigned unit.Follow facility admission/discharge/transfer procedures.Assist wing nurse in communicating resident admission to other departments and physicians.Listen to resident, family or physician concerns and initiate appropriate action.Prepare nursing assistants' assignments with wing nurse and explain pertinent resident care.Document on residents' progress notes as necessary.Practice infection control according to facility procedures.Participate in survey by authorized government agencies.Perform other duties as assigned by Resident Care Coordinator or Director of Nursing, as needed.Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Compliance in the performance of their duties.Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to their position.STANDARDS OF EXCELLENCESTANDARDEXPECTATIONSpirit of Unity and TeamworkWilling to assist and support co-workers; flexible to a change in work assignment; participate in team meetings; value the contributions of all and include all in decisions that will affect them.RespectRecognize the dignity and value of each person; appreciate, embrace and celebrate diversity; speak to others and about others in a kind manner; respond to and give direction with emotional control; maintain privacy and confidentiality in personal matters; always knock on the door before entering a room; treat the property of others carefully and responsibly.Spirit of Hospitality and Relationship BuildingGreet each person I meet; welcome new residents, families and co-workers; courteous and friendly in manner; build positive relationships.CommunicationListen attentively to others and respond respectfully; share important information with those that need to know; address concerns with the appropriate persons and work with them together to resolve the concerns.Responsibility, Sense of Ownership and StewardshipAssumes responsibility for the Villa's reputation; open to new ideas and new approaches to the job.Compassionate Care and ServiceRespond to residents needs in a timely manner; take time to speak with family members; give timely feedback to persons who express concerns; foster a healing environment within the Villa communityEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Graduate of an accredited School of NursingCurrent license as an RN in the state of PennsylvaniaEXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:Minimum of one (1) year experience in geriatric settingSome medical-surgical experience preferredKnowledge of current nursing practicesKnowledge of state and federal regulations in Long Term CareWorking knowledge of Medicare/MedicaidStrong computer skillsStrong leadership skillsAbility to seek out new methods and incorporate them into current nursing practicePHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate to heavy physical effortLift/carry up to 40 lbs.Balance of sedentary/mobility workFrequent kneeling/stooping/crouching/reaching/bendingFrequently moves/lifts supplies or equipmentFrequently transfers and repositions residentsAbility to communicate verballyReading/seeing/writing requires far and near visual acuity, field vision, and color vision to read written communicationsMust be able to write legiblyEye-hand coordination and finger dexterity to perform the duties of a Unit Manager#SJVH123

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