Unit Manager RN - Sandstone Healthcare Group

Sandstone is looking for a full-time Unit Manager RN! 

Pay: Based on experience 

The Unit Manager performs professional supervisory nursing practice in the care of the physically and mentally ill. Work involves responsibility for supervising the provision of quality nursing care given at the facility. The position is responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice; coordinating nursing programs; for recognizing and assisting in solving professional, administrative and supervisory problems. Position exercises considerable judgment in applying professional knowledge in solving nursing problems within established policies and practices.

BENEFITS:

• Health, Dental, Vision
• 401K Match
• Paid Time Off
• Growth opportunities!
• Great team to work with!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

·         Determines the optimal allocation of present staff, per shift and assignment on each unit is present.

·         Coordinates the care of patients on assigned shifts. Communicates shifts concerns by the unit to appropriate staff (via e-mails, voice mail, etc.).

·         Review of 24-hour report and review patients as indicated for change of condition

·         Serves as the administrative authority for the smooth functioning of all units. Notifies the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Scheduler/Central Supply of urgent concerns during the shift. When the concern is non-urgent, notifies the manager by phone message or e-mail.

·         Receives employee, resident, and family grievances. Refers information to the appropriate manager.

·         Assists nurses in completing risk assessments and investigations of injury.

·         Performs other duties as assigned.

• On call, but NO staffing is needed. (We have a separate staffing team to handle needs!)

QUALIFICATIONS: 

·         Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure.

·         Supervisory experience in a team leader role.

·         Work experience as a professional nurse in a skilled nursing facility.

·         CPR certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

•  Required to sit, stand, bend and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
•  Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication.
•  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.