Nursing Unit Manager

Nursing Unit Manager (Healthcare)

Towne Park Senior Living is a not-for-profit senior living community in Brazil, IN that offers exceptional value. As a not-for-profit, we exist to fulfill our mission: To advance the health and well-being of those we serve.

Job Summary:

Management of the nursing unit in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations. Position reports to the Director of Nursing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for nursing residents.
• This can include but not limited to the following: maintaining current health records, following up on incidents/issues with skilled nursing residents and/or meeting families as needed.
• Monitor falls, infection control, skin issues, unusual occurrences, medicine delivery errors and other incidents.
• Maintenance of quality assurance parameters on unit, including chart and log audits.
• Coordinate admissions, transfers and discharges for nursing residents.
• Supervise the nursing staff.
• Participate in yearly evaluations and monitor staff for corrective action as needed.
• Ensure proper in-servicing of staff.
• Develop and maintain working relationship with professional providers of care to nursing residents.
• Writes and reviews residents assessments and plans of care with appropriate staff.
• Plans and schedules staff training programs and in-services for the nursing staff.
• Ensures compliance with all state regulatory requirements including mandatory reporting to State.
• Ensures that all concern and incident reports are completed, filed and that follow-up is conducted appropriately.
• Complies with all city, state, and federal regulations pertaining to Residents accounts as it relates to Medicare, third party billing, etc.
• Provide assistance to the Director of Nursing in special assigned projects.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with residents, department heads, co-workers, etc.
• Possesses strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Attends all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of HutsonWood.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises other nursing personnel.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities per center policies, practices, procedures, and applicable laws.

Qualifications:

• RN or LPN license from an accredited school
• One year of related experience (Preferred)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Demands:

Role may require lifting and moving materials and the ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

EOE

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