Manager Nurse - Skilled Nursing

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. This position is responsible for the management of the skilled unit in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Level of Formal Education: Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Area of Study: Nursing

Years of Experience: 1+ years

Type of Experience: Psych experience required. In a skilled, sub-acute, or memory care setting. Leadership experience preferred.

Special Certifications: RN license from an accredited school

Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.

Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills

Responsibilities

Provide direct and individualized nursing care to assigned residents based on established nursing protocol. Observe and assess for: pain/discomfort, oxygen therapy, all drainage, all dressings, and any incontinent elimination which may have occurred.; Provide ignition and ongoing systematic assessment of the physical, emotional, social, educational, and functional needs of the resident/family through observation, interview, and physical examination.; Interpret assessment data and information to assist in developing a plan of care.; Assure medical orders are transcribed and processed accurately and timely and integrate the medical care plan into the provision of nursing care.; Assure that medication administration is correct, according to the established nursing policies and procedures.; Provide accurate and timely documentation consistent with the resident plan of care.; Administer medication per physician orders. Document properly on MOR. Observe for any adverse reaction.; Assemble resident charts, resident records, and assure all necessary form are completed in a timely manner. Assure all monthly summaries are completed in a timely manner for assigned residents.; Prepare incident/accident reports for residents as needed per policy, notify AL Director, physician, and family post incident per policy and document accordingly.; Assist resident in learning self-care activities.; Supervise all resident assignments to nursing team members, and assure special instructions are given to team members.; Observe and supervise all meals to ensure residents receive the proper diet and any assistance required.; Monitor and organize all material resources necessary for meeting needs of assigned unit.; Recognize emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiate appropriate action.; Ensure that resident call lights are promptly answered, and their needs are addressed timely and appropriately.; Assist with the orientation of new staff members.; Ensure that all scheduled activities take place on assigned unit by utilizing activity personnel and/or nursing personnel.

Requirements

Possess strong organizational skills.; Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Nice to have

Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and coworkers.