Unit Manager/SDC

Vantage of Worcester is looking for an experienced, motivated and creative Unit Manager for our Worcester, MA location.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Sick/Vacation/PTO/Holidays
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Employee Recognition Events
• Ongoing education with free CEUs
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing; BSN preferable but not required
• Active MA nursing license
• At least 1 year experience in a "charge nurse" and/or supervisor role, preferably in traumatic brain injury and/or psych

Responsibilities

• Manages the overall care and dignity of residents on a specialized Vent unit
• Provides guidance and direction to ancillary staff in both clinical and personnel issues
• Provides support and guidance to residents and families on clinical issues and challenges; assists in resolution of concerns and grievances voiced by either party
• Ensures that sufficient staff is available to meet regulatory requirements and clinical needs of the patients/residents in the facility
• Reviews perspective admissions if required for determination of needs
• Ensures that all staff abides by the principles and techniques of Infection Control and Safety by providing an environment that is clean, safe, and comfortable for the residents
• Investigates accidents and incidents related to patients/residents, staff or visitors and provides first aid and follow up as indicated
• Develops a supervisory report to the DON/ADON regarding pertinent issues
• Reviews the clinical record of each patient/resident to ensure it is accurate and complete
• Performs assessments on patients/residents assigned to the unit on a quarterly basis (includes Skin, Falls, Sr, B&B, Elopement, etc.)
• Oversight of all care provided on the unit; ensures all rules and regulations are in compliance
• Lead CNA's on every unit to support quality care