Unit Care Coordinator (Registered Nurse)

The RN Unit Care Coordinator role involves supervising and managing patient care within a unit, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and facility standards. Key responsibilities include directing nursing staff and CNAs, coordinating care plans, administering medications, and responding to emergencies. The position requires providing excellent customer service, maintaining accurate documentation, and promoting patient well-being. Qualifications include a nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree), active RN licensure, and preferred geriatric nursing experience. Candidates must demonstrate advanced knowledge in nursing practices, decision-making skills, and familiarity with laws and regulations governing post-acute care facilities. Essential skills encompass leadership, communication, teamwork, confidentiality, and professionalism. The role involves physical activities such as standing, lifting, and moving intermittently throughout shifts. The coordinator must also follow company policies, participate in mandatory compliance training, and exhibit integrity in all actions. This full-time leadership position includes an on-call rotation to support continuous patient care.