Nurse - Unit Manager

About the role

Vermillion Convalescent Center is seeking a Unit Manager to assist with developing and implementing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services. They will also assist with planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, directing and managing the nursing services department under the direction of the Director of Nursing services.

Responsibilities

• To assist with planning, developing, implementing and maintaining resident discharge procedures and plans.
• To participate in the interviewing and screening of residents for admission to the facility.
• To assist in assuring that each resident’s attending physician(s) and family or responsible party, are promptly notified of any significant change in the resident’s health status.
• To assist with developing work assignments for nursing services personnel in keeping with specific nursing care needs of the residents.

Requirements

• Is a graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Is currently licensed by the State of Indiana as a registered or licensed practical nurse.
• Has experience or training in nursing services administration, rehabilitation or geriatric nursing is highly desirable.
• Preferably, has one or more years of demonstrated ability in nursing administration and/or supervision in a health facility.
• Ability to read and write in English, ability to communicate with residents, families, personnel and support agencies and ability to remain calm under stress.
• Bending, lifting, walking, grasping, fine hand coordination, ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures, ability to hear and respond to pages.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.
• Licensed by the State of Indiana as a registered or licensed practical nurse.
• Experience or training in nursing services administration, rehabilitation or geriatric nursing is highly desirable.
• One or more years of demonstrated ability in nursing administration and/or supervision in a health facility.
• Ability to read and write in English, communicate with residents, families, personnel and support agencies, and remain calm under stress.
• Bending, lifting, walking, grasping, fine hand coordination, ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures, ability to hear and respond to pages.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of nursing services administration, rehabilitation, and geriatric nursing.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and maintain composure.

Benefits

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed
• Supplemental Insurance:
  • Critical Illness
  • Accident
  • Disability Coverage
  • Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life:
  • Builds cash value
  • Employee-owned policy
  • Family coverage, including grandchildren
• Paid Vacation
• Attendance Bonuses
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – starts immediately with no waiting period
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are typically full-time, but may vary based on department needs.