Unit Manager

Responsibilities

The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

• Manages the unit in accordance with policy and procedure, State and Federal regulations to promote high quality care and service.
• Assumes 24-hour responsibility and accountability for resident care on assigned unit.
• Ensures complete and prompt reporting of incidents with follow-up as necessary to Administrator and Director of Nursing.
• Actively participates in committee/programs as directed by Director of Nursing.
• Oversees resident care to promote the highest level of physical, mental and psychosocial functioning possible for assigned unit.
• Actively participates in the Quality Assurance process, including attendance at Quality Assurance meetings and submission of required reports.
• Ensures that significant changes in resident condition are communicated to the physician, family or DPOA.
• Makes daily rounds on unit to ensure resident care needs and environmental standards are met, this includes monitoring of dining room during meal times.
• Reviews clinical records for completeness and accuracy as necessary.
• Monitors, tracks, evaluate and reports infections for the unit.
• Acts as a resource for nursing staff.
• Works collaboratively with Director of Nursing to identify and provide orientation and continuing education for unit staff members.
• Assists on the unit when short staffed or assistance is needed.
• Monitors assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.

Requirements

The following is a general list of key job/physical requirements for your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and other job/physical requirements may be necessary as deemed by the Facility.

• Regular worksite attendance.
• Must have a valid professional license (RN) that is in good standing with the State.
• Must have a valid CPR certification.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.
• Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds.
• The employee must be aware that during the normal, routine performance of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally, although they may not be a requirement of the job.
• Primary Physical Requirements: Lift up to 10 lbs: Frequently; Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Rarely; Lift 26 to 50 lbs: Rarely; Lift over 50 lbs: Rarely.
• Carry up to 10 lbs: Occasionally; Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Rarely; Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Rarely; Carry over 50 lbs: Rarely.
• Reach above shoulder height: Frequently; Reach at shoulder height: Constantly; Reach below shoulder height: Frequently.
• Push/Pull: Constantly.
• Hand Manipulation: Grasping: Constantly; Handling: Constantly; Torquing: Rarely; Fingering: Constantly.
• Other Physical Considerations: Twisting, Bending, Crawling, Squatting, Kneeling, Crouching, Climbing and Balancing is required.
• Employees may be required to operate an automobile and various games.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and hostile people within the Facility.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.