Unit Nurse Manager - Clark House Nursing Center at Fox Hill (Westwood, MA) - Full-time / Part-time

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Summary:

The RN Unit Nurse Manager coordinates, manages and evaluates, and is accountable for 24-hour resident care activities, nursing personnel and unit operations on a designated unit.

Registered Nurse Unit Manager Nursing Supervisor Leader 1st Shift Day Shift Rehabilitation Skilled Nursing

Essential Functions:

Sets objectives and standards for the nursing unit.

Oversees direct care activities to assure that care delivery is consistent with evidenced-based practice and center policies and procedures.

Assures that unit practices are consistent with professional nursing standards, regulatory and HIPAA requirements.

Assures resident assessments and care plans are developed, implemented, reviewed and revised as necessary and in compliance with regulatory and other standards.

Assures that physicians' orders are current, accurately transcribed, signed and communicated to unit nursing personnel and other clinical disciplines.

Assures documentation and investigation of incidents and accidents; monitors for accuracy and completeness.

Facilitates interdisciplinary communication and collaboration.

Collaborates with ancillary services for efficient, timely and accurate delivery of services and reports (e.g., Pharmacy, laboratory, Diagnostics, Therapies).

Collaborates with medical staff for the efficient, timely and accurate delivery of medical services and reports.

Develops, supports, participates in and implements performance improvement activities for the unit in collaboration with the center's Performance Improvement Committee.

Monitors and evaluates quality measures using real time data.

Conducts root cause analysis of quality indicators/quality measures that deviate from acceptable standards; identifies patterns and trends; develops plans to achieve desired outcomes using the PDSA (Plan-Do-Study-Act) process.

Evaluates resident's status and unit (s) activities at the beginning of the shift and assures appropriate levels of nursing staff are available to provide care based on acceptable standards of nursing practice. Monitors work schedules to assure adequate unit staffing.

Plans and delegates consistent assignments to nursing staff.

Provides input on qualifications and staffing levels needed to meet the needs of residents and to achieve the objectives of the center within established nursing and organizational standards.

Makes frequent rounds on unit(s) to evaluate resident status and staff performance.

Monitors staff adherence to organizational policies (e.g. absenteeism, dress code).

Conducts unit meetings with nursing staff.

Communicates information and changes in center policies and procedures to unit staff.

Counsels, educates, and coaches employees to maintain, improve, and, as needed, correct competencies and work habits to support the mission as expressed through the center's policies. Documents through the performance appraisal process.

Makes recommendations and participates in the hiring, transfer, promotion, and termination of nursing department personnel; participates in recruitment and retention programs.

Assures appropriate amount and condition of equipment and supplies are available. Recommends equipment and supply par levels for unit.

Participates in the review and education of the center's policies and procedures to support the organization's mission. Assures access to updated Policies & Procedures.

Conducts environmental rounds, identifies and reports environmental conditions that present a risk or require attention for correction.

Completes audits of the medication carts and medication rooms as designated by Performance Improvement schedule.

Monitors and evaluates infection control practices in collaboration with center's designated infection control preventionist.

Investigates, recommends, implements and evaluates cost-effective practices for the unit.

Participates on center committees.

Maintains positive working relationships between nursing and other departments.

Actively supports the Angel Care Program.

Completes and maintains accurate, timely records and reports as needed.

Maintains competencies and improve knowledge and skills through continued learning and continuing education activities.

Adheres to professional code of ethics.

Collaborates with the health care community for the portability of resident information.

Performs and/or coordinates resident assessment.

Participates in the development of resident care plans.

Communicates assessment and care plan information to staff.

Evaluates residents' status and appropriateness of care activities.

Coordinate and communicates information about care with residents and families/significant others.

Communicates with all shift personnel to assure continuity of care.

Reacts decisively and quickly in clinical emergencies, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Reports changes in residents; status to the physician and RN Shift Supervisor/DNS.

Identifies the need for and recommends special care activities and programs for residents.

Provides direct care as needed.

Assures residents' rights are protected and that residents are free from abuse and neglect.

Documents the recapitulation of resident's stay for all discharged residents on the unit within 5 days of discharge.

Performs quality medical record audits to assure accurate and timely documentation of resident care and services.

Identifies staff development needs of unit staff.

Collaborates with Director of Staff Development in planning, teaching and evaluating educational activities.

Provides instruction and participates in orientation program for new employees.

Core Values/Service Excellence:

Work efforts reflect a passion for exceeding customer expectations.

Solicits patient/resident feedback to understand their needs and the needs of the community. Advocates for Service Excellence within the Center and influences others to take action.

Displays responsibility by taking ownership of quality care. Shows dedication to enriching the lives of our patients and residents through empathy and compassion.

Exhibits a commitment to results by looking for and recommending/implementing process improvements.

Demonstrates commitment to interpersonal excellence through professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, common courtesy, a professional attitude and appearance.

Enriches the Center culture by having fun.

Recognizes the benefits of team collaboration. Shows respect for fellow employees by working together to get the job done.

Effectively addresses customer concerns and resolves conflict in a manner that is fair to all. Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, Baccalaureate Degree preferred

Licenses/Certification:

Current RN licensure in the State employed

Experience:

At least two (2) years of nursing experience with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience in a long-term care center preferred

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