Unit Manager- RN at Providence Health Care, Inc

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nursing Principles, Supervision Management, Staff Development, Cost Containment, Comprehensive Assessments, Individualized Care Plans, Effective Communication, Medical Records Maintenance, Staff Leadership, On-Call Support, Wound Care, Infection Control, Safety Policies, Electronic Medical Record, Resident Rights Maintenance, Medication Monitoring

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description SUMMARY: Thorough knowledge of general nursing principles and procedures and understanding of the concepts of aging and the needs and concerns of the elderly population. Knowledge of state and federal health regulations and clinical standards of nursing practice and delivery systems, supervision management, staff development and cost containment. Ability to perform comprehensive assessments and development individualized plans of care based on resident needs. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with all levels of health care professionals and support staff. Must be able to work under varying degrees of supervision. Display positive professional image and enhance positive public relations for the facility. The primary purpose of this position is to provide high quality, holistic nursing care while also maintaining medical records. Lead or direct licensed and non-professional staff in the delivery of direct resident care and support functions. A. Manage communication and relationships between CNAs, charge nurse & management B. Provide after hour/weekend support to facility as nurse on-call C. Attend meetings as required on and/or off campus representing PHC D. Assists nursing staff with admissions as needed E. Assists with wound care as needed F. Complete mandatory reports/forms G. Monitors and replace outdated medications while adhering to proper procedure H. Assures that refrigerator temperature logs are being completed timely I. Adheres to safety and infection control policies and procedures J. Communicate effectively orally and in writing K. Maintain unit and work area in clean safe and orderly manner L. Promote positive public relation for the facility M. Perform other tasks as required N. Able to cover both units as needed A. Manage communication and relationships between CNAs, charge nurse & management Monitor information flow from nurse to CNA. Prevent hostility/misunderstandings between employees. Report misbehavior to management & human resources when necessary. B. Provide after hour/weekend support to facility as nurse on-call Assist to find solution for staff member. Must be available entire time while on-call. C. Attend meetings as required Attend weekly care plan meetings as unit representative. Attend monthly gradual dose reduction meetings as unit representative. Attend daily clinical and stand-up meetings. Attend monthly fall committee meetings and provide follow-ups. Attend monthly safety committee meetings and provide follow-ups. Any other meetings as needed D. Assists nursing staff with admissions as needed and audit completeness and accuracy Assure that room is prepared and ready for resident Assist with entering any standing orders as needed E. Assists with wound care as needed Fill in for wound nurse if absent Assist wound nurse if needed F. Complete mandatory reports/forms Review 24 hour reports daily. Complete/review shower schedule. Complete 672, 802 forms. Review alarm sign—off sheets. Complete CNA assignment sheets. Monitor Coumadin doses. G. Monitors and replace outdated medications while adhering to proper procedure Check dates on medications weekly Dispose of any outdated medications using proper procedure H. Assures that refrigerator temperature logs are being completed timely Audit refrigerator temperature logs weekly I. Adhere To Safety and Infection Control Policies and Procedures Maintain good personal hygiene and adhere to uniform requirement. Practice standard precautions. Audit cleaning of resident bedside unit, care equipment, and utility room Provides for the safety of the resident using safety devices identified on the assignment sheet. Report personal illness or skin lesions. Participates in orientation training and twelve (12) hours of in-service programs annually. Report defective equipment or other potential safety hazards promptly. Adheres to Nursing Department policies and procedures. Monitors Side Rail Compliance J. Communicate Effectively Orally and In Writing Report physical or behavioral changes in the resident, accidents/incidents immediately. Monitors resident nutrition and fluid intake and outputs. Document daily on facility forms and in resident's medical record. Clarify questions regarding assignment with charge nurse. Maintain and safeguard entrusted confidential information. Control angry feelings. Be flexible, receptive and adaptive to change. K. Maintain Resident Unit and Nursing Work Areas in Clean, Orderly, and Safe Manner Use only approved items. Replace furniture to proper safe location. Handle equipment and supplies to avoid wastage or breakage. Use time effectively and efficiently. L. Promote Positive Public Relations for the Facility Display courteous, cooperative, helpful manner with residents, visitors and other staff Use proper telephone etiquette. Represent the facility in a positive manner M. Serve as liaison between CNAs, charge nurse & management Monitor information flow from nurse to CNA. Prevent hostility/misunderstandings between employees. Report misbehavior to management & human resources when necessary. Assist management & human resources with counseling and scheduling concerns when necessary. N. Perform Other Tasks as Required Be able to complete documentation in the electronic medical record. Assist other personnel when assignment completed. Knows and follows existing lines of communication and authority. Other - as designated by Director of Nursing. Assures that resident rights are maintained at all times, reporting suspected deviations to immediate supervisor. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES All Clinical Staff on the LTC and rehab Units including CNAs and LPNs Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Ability to read/write comprehensive English and document observations. Must perform basic math. Ability to verbally communicate with residents, staff and general public in a manner that is understandable, must be honest, dependable and exhibit a warm, cheerful, caring manner. Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Current RN License in good standing on file with the Indiana Nursing Board. 5 years’ experience in long-term care or other health care setting. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Will need to continuously stand and walk, squat, bend to floor, reach, twist, sit and potentially remain in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift, move and turn residents. Requires varying degrees of pushing, pulling and lifting depending on the weight of the resident, which is often times over 100 pounds. Must have eye/hand coordination sufficient to assist residents with ADL's, transfers, and ambulation. Must be able to clearly speak. Must deal calmly with multiple tasks, noises, and interruptions on a continuous basis. Sensory Must be able to hear normal sounds and voice patterns with constant background noise. Must be able to receive and follow verbal instructions. Must be able to respond to audible emergency signals, alarms, call lights and telephones. Must be able to smell smoke, spoiled food, incontinent residents, etc. Must be able to identify a resident within a reasonable distance (20 feet), focus and read thermometer, oxygen pressure gauge and similar equipment. Ability to identify colors for warning lights, signs and labels. Must be able to read regular/small size print. Cognitive Must be able to remember multiple assignments over an extended period. Must be able to remember specific requests, ideas and concepts and relate them as necessary. Must be able to concentrate on details during constant interruptions. WORK ENVIRONMENT Works primarily indoors in a climate controlled setting. There is constant exposure to blood, body tissues and fluids with occasional exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases. There is exposure to loud outbursts from residents with the potential for bodily injury. There is known stress associated with working with residents who are ill, confused, irritable, irrational. There is ongoing need to handle resident death and the psychological effects associated with it. Exposure to chemicals as identified in the Hazardous Communication Log. Continuous exposure to latex, plastic and materials used for personal protective equipment. EQUIPMENT USED Works primarily indoors in a climate controlled setting. There is the potential for exposure to blood, body tissues and fluids with occasional exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases. Exposure to chemicals is occasional. There is known stress associated in working with residents who are ill, cognitively and functionally impaired. EMERGENCY SITUATIONS In the event of an emergency, employee must be physically able to assist in resident evacuations and to assist choking victims.

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of this position is to provide high-quality, holistic nursing care while maintaining medical records and leading licensed and non-professional staff in direct resident care delivery. Responsibilities include managing staff communication, providing after-hours on-call support, attending required meetings, and assisting with admissions and wound care as needed.