QUALIFICATIONS FOR A UNIT MANAGER

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN / RN in the state of PA.
• Valid BLS Certification (CPR)
• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Five (5) or more years of nursing experience required; Two (2) years or more years of experience as a supervisor in a nursing care Center, hospital or other related health care Center.

• Assume responsibility and accountability for resident care on assigned unit
• Oversees resident care to promote the highest level of physical, mental, and psychosocial functioning possible for 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
• Participates in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures based on identified needs