At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of nurses to provide top-notch patient care and support.
- Company: Join a respected healthcare provider dedicated to quality and compassion.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and patient well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Must be a licensed RN with geriatric experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 29835 - 36465 £ per year.
The RN Unit Manager is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:
- Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
- Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred
- Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements:
- Advanced knowledge in field of practice
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions:
- Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor
- Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner
- Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being
- Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician
- Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety
- Coordinate patient care plans and services
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Unit Manager (Registered Nurse/RN) employer: Life Care Centers of America
At Life Care, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. As a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, you will benefit from comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients within a collaborative team environment. Our commitment to community health and adherence to high standards ensures that you will thrive in a fulfilling career while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a post-acute care setting.
Contact Details:
Life Care Centers of America Recruitment Team
