RN Unit Manager, Behavior Unit Full-Time

Position Title : Unit Manager, Registered Nurse (RN)

Beacon Health Management is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to work at the Pleasantview Nursing Center, providing both short term rehabilitation and long-term care.

Position Summary : Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the incumbent Registered Nurse utilizes a general understanding of the principles of Nursing and basic physical assessment skills in the development of and implementation of individualized Nursing Care Plans to ensure that the needs of the customers are met. He / she assists in the orientation of and supervision of Nursing personnel, attends to the daily operations of the unit on a per shift, unit level and assumes responsibilities of a leadership role as needed.

RESPONSIBLITIES :

Takes an active role in direct customer assessment and care

Supervises and coordinates Nursing personnel in providing direct customer care in adherence to State, Federal and Corporate guidelines

Formulates individualized Nursing Care Plans and updates with change in status utilizing the Nursing process

Assesses assigned customers daily and implements a change in the course of action as needed

Assists the Physician on rounds and ensures that pertinent information is communicated to and from him / her and orders are transcribed correctly

Participates in the training and supervision of Nursing personnel

Utilizes effectively the general principles of leadership and supervision

Manages conflict through effective problem-solving and communication skills

Acts calmly and efficiently in handling emergency situations

Prepares daily assignment of duties, treatments, and miscellaneous tasks

Assists with implementation of Center's QI program

Assumes responsibility for the identification of potential safety hazards and for the identification of noncompliance with Corporate guidelines as set forth in the Policy and Procedure Manual

Maintains accurate customer care records and documents pertinent data reflecting the use of the Nursing process

Attends and participates productively in the customer-care meetings, staff meetings and in-services

Maintains active Licensure

Attends all mandated in-services

Takes an active role in teaching (formal or informal presentation) with customers, families and staff

Dispenses medication and performs treatments, in accordance with policies and procedures

Assures that each customer's attending Physician and family or Legal Representative are promptly notified of any significant change in the customer's health condition

Puts Customer Services First : Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL / VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :

1. This position requires a current Registered Nurse License issued in the state where the person will practice, and the candidate must be a graduate of an approved school of Nursing.

2. Up-to-date physical assessment skills and comprehensive knowledge of nursing principles are also required.

3. Recent experience in geriatric or rehabilitative Nursing and experience in supervisory capacity are preferred.

• Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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