Nursing Unit Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Determines the optimal allocation of present staff, per shift and assignment on each unit is present.
• Coincides the care of patients on assigned shift.
• Communicates shifts concerns by unit to appropriate staff (via e-mails, voice mail, etc.).
• Reviews 24 Hour Report and reviews patients as indicated for change of condition.
• Serves as administrative authority for the smooth function of all units. Notifies Director or Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Scheduler/Central Supply of urgent concerns during the shift. When the concern is non-urgent, notifies manager by phone message or e-mail.
• Serves as grievance administrator. Receives employee, resident and family grievances. Refers information to appropriate manager.
• Aids nurses in completing risk assessments and investigations of injury.
• Notifies Assistant Director of Nursing and Human Resources Director of identified learning needs.
• Serves as call-off coordinator. Receives employee call-offs. Records call-offs and updates schedule. Notifies managers/supervisors of call-offs in their units via voice mail. Replaces for absences and vacancies for upcoming shift(s). Assists staff to pick up hours (call-in phone, e-mail, vacancy lists, 72-hour availability list).
• Collaborates with the Staffing Coordinator and Director of Nursing to assure that vacancies are filled in advance.
• Performs rounds to monitor the conditions and care of acutely ill patients.
• Supervises staff and assures survey compliance daily. Provides guidance and support to staff to better plan work flow.
• Serves as report receiver throughout the shift. Completes reports for “I” team members on each unit.
• Aids nurses in assessing residents who are experiencing acute changes.
• Provides clinical expertise in the management of medical and psychiatric emergencies.
• Responds to code blue, medical assist situations. Assists staff, as needed.
• Provides clinical expertise in medical management, crisis and behavior management techniques.
• Audits charts routinely. Provides clinical expertise in documentation, including MDS, Medicare PPS, acute illness charting, weekly summaries and care planning.
• Ensures timely notification of MD/Family Representatives where warranted.
• Obtains supplies from medical supply after hours.
• Restocks the crash cart immediately after use.
• Directs staff response to emergencies, such severe weather, fire or bomb scare. Participates in fire drills. Directs disaster evacuation plan, as needed.
• Meets routinely with the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing.
• Aids in the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures.
• Attends facility Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Meetings.

  QUALIFICATIONS

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