Position Summary:

 In keeping with our organization’s goal of improving the lives of the Residents we serve; The Unit Manager provides, plans, coordinates, or manages nursing care and health education to nursing home residents on assigned unit throughout all hours of operation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrates the knowledge and clinical expertise required to effectively supervise all nursing activities in the facility or the units to which assigned.
• Reviews and implements all nursing procedures and systems relative to the unit(s). 
• Assesses and evaluates the systems which facilitate the delivery of quality Resident care.
• Assesses and evaluates the performance and competency of staff on unit(s).
• Selects and institutes appropriate nursing intervention which might be required to stabilize a Resident’s condition and/or prevent complications.
• Consults with physician or licensed independent practitioner.
• Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, non-effective or contraindicated by consulting with the appropriate licensed practitioner and notifying the ordering practitioner when making the decision not to administer medication or treatment.
• Collaborates with the Resident, members of the healthcare team and, when appropriate, the Resident’s significant other(s) in the interest of the Resident’s healthcare.
• Uses independent judgment and discretion on behalf of the organization in the performance of these duties while adhering to facility policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Supervises employees in the department and others for whom they are administratively or professionally responsible by following policies and applicable laws. Uses independent judgment and discretion on behalf of the organization in the performance of these duties.
• Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training Nursing employees, such as CNAs and Nurses; scheduling, planning, and assigning and directing work; receiving calls and finding replacements for absent staff; preparing performance evaluations, monitoring and correcting job performance of employees, and handling disciplinary action for employees, up to and including discharge; and fixing and approving timecards for payroll.
• This position is considered part of the nurse management team, and this individual would be responsible for any supervisory duties that occur as it relates to being on an on-call rotation with others on the nurse management team, as well as all other duties assigned.

Required/Desired Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Current state license to practice as a nurse. 
• Certification in nursing specialty desired.
• CPR Certified.
• Prefer a registered nurse with management or supervisor experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing. Minimum of licensed practical or vocational nurse with experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing.

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Knowledge of current federal and state laws and regulations that apply to the practice of nursing in a long-term care setting. 
• Has strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Strong ability to manage, supervise, and motivate employees. 
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Disclaimer Statement

The above information has been designed to describe the general nature and level of work performed as noted. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 

Symphony Care Network is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex or national origin or any other characteristic protected by law. 

I understand that I should consult my supervisor if I have any questions about my job responsibilities. I became a member of Symphony Care Network voluntarily. I understand and acknowledge that there is no specified length to my employment at Symphony Care Network and that my employment is at-will. I understand and acknowledge that “at-will” means that I may terminate my employment at any time, with or without cause or advance notice. I understand that this job description is not a contract of employment.