Director - (Transitional Care Unit)

UPMC Northwest hospital

Seneca, PA

Director

Transitional Care Unit (TCU)

Full Time / Exempt

As the Nursing Unit Leader for the HB / SNC Unit, you will oversee and coordinate all aspects of nursing care to ensure residents receive exceptional service. You'll guide a

high-functioning, cohesive team

that

lives out UPMC's values

of compassion, excellence, and teamwork each day. This leadership role includes

on-call responsibilities

to provide consistent support and maintain high standards of care.

Responsibilities :

Ensure individualized nursing care is provided appropriate to each patient's age and needs.

Oversee and coordinate all nursing care within the HB / SNC Unit in alignment with the Pennsylvania Nurse Practice Act.

Monitor the quality, appropriateness, and accuracy of care and medical records through ongoing evaluation and review.

Develop and implement Standards of Care, Standards of Practice, and HB / SNC-specific nursing policies and procedures.

Encourage and facilitate professional growth by providing opportunities for education, training, and advancement.

Conduct ongoing performance appraisals and maintain a competency assessment program for nursing personnel.

Prepare and manage the nursing budget to ensure efficient, cost-effective operations; review monthly reports and address variances.

Develop staffing patterns and plans for each schedule period based on patient needs and unit activity.

Select and retain qualified staff to ensure the availability of a competent, compassionate nursing team.

Maintain open, timely communication within and between departments and promote effective working relationships.

Lead regular staff meetings and participate in Nursing Management and Medical Center leadership meetings.

Participate with the Administrator, Medical Director, and professional personnel in developing and implementing resident care policies and programs.

Oversee and participate in Quality Assurance and Continuous Quality Improvement programs.

Ensure discharge planning and teaching are coordinated with patients, families, and community resources.

Investigate complaints or incidents, implement corrective actions, and enforce policies, including Right-To-Know and safety requirements.

Maintain compliance with JCAHO, Federal, and State standards.

Identify hazards and ensure prompt follow-up and resolution.

Maintain clinical expertise and stay current with developments in medical and nursing sciences to serve as a role model and resource for staff.

Develop clear job descriptions defining roles and expectations for all levels of nursing personnel.

Participate in or lead organizational and community outreach efforts, representing UPMC Northwest's vision and mission.

Chair or serve on nursing and medical center committees as assigned.

Support strategic planning efforts within the Medical Center.

Provide orientation and in-service education programs for nursing staff.

Maintain professional growth and achieve / maintain certification in a related nursing specialty.

Qualifications :

Completion of an accredited School of Nursing required; BSN preferred.

3-5 years of gerontology / medical-surgical nursing experience.

2-3 years of direct supervisory or management experience.

Knowledge of general nursing theory and practice, as well as administrative methods and procedures.

Working knowledge of public relations and personnel management.

Knowledge of skilled nursing care regulations.

Knowledge of Medicare reimbursement systems.

Demonstrated leadership and teaching ability, with strong communication skills.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

Current

Registered Nurse (RN)

licensure in the state where the facility is located, or a multistate license issued through the Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) if applicable. Employees relocating to a new state have 60 days to obtain state licensure.

CPR

certification required within 30 days of hire, based on AHA standards including didactic and skills demonstration.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

certification due within 1 year of hire.

NIH Stroke Scale (NIH)

certification due within 6 months of hire.

Required clearances : Act 34, OAPSA.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran