At Maristhill, nursing is more than a role—it’s a calling. As part of Covenant Health, we are committed to caring for the whole person with compassion, integrity, collaboration, and excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides direct supervision and monitoring of the nursing care that is delivered to residents on a daily basis. Ensures that resident care meets professional standards and regulatory requirements, and is carried out in accordance with facility policies. Provides leadership and guidance to nursing staff. Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Interacts effectively with residents, their families, visitors and other staff members. Attends and participates in staff meetings as required. Treats residents with dignity and respect for their rights, provides privacy and maintains confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must have a valid and current LPN or RN state license.

· Demonstrated leadership ability.

· Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Previous experience as long-term care charge nurse supervising unit nursing staff.

**Required to be on the on-call rotation.

**The rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position**.

Job Description: Unit Manager

Position Overview

• Job Title: Unit Manager

• Reports To: Director of Nursing (DON)

• Facility: Maristhill

Position Summary

The Unit Maanager provides direct supervision, leadership, and monitoring of the clinical care delivered to residents on a daily basis. This role ensures that all resident care meets professional standards and regulatory requirements while strictly aligning with facility policies. The Nursing Supervisor acts as a guide for nursing staff, interacts effectively with residents, families, and visitors, and serves as the Person-in-Charge during off-hour emergencies.

Note: This position requires flexibility to work beyond normal working hours, on weekends, and in other nursing positions temporarily when necessary.

Qualifications

• License: Must possess a valid, current state license as a Registered Nurse (RN).

• Experience: Previous experience as a long-term care supervising unit nursing staff is required.

• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership ability with a track record of effectively guiding direct care teams.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Human Resource Management

• Check facility staffing upon arrival and make necessary adjustments to ensure adequate coverage across all units.

• Manage staff call-outs (documenting times and reasons) and actively contact personnel to secure replacements.

• Collaborate with the Staffing Coordinator to prepare time and work schedules.

• Conduct thorough rounds on all units throughout the shift to ensure assignments are clearly communicated and completed.

• Communicate special care needs to Nursing Assistants and spot-check duties for completion.

• Monitor, counsel, guide, and evaluate the performance of direct care nurses and nursing assistants.

• Participate in new staff orientation, and investigate/document any incidents involving residents, staff, or visitors.

2. Clinical Management

• Conduct shift-start rounds with the Charge Nurse to evaluate resident status, log updates in the Supervisor’s Logbook, and provide comprehensive oral reports to oncoming shift supervisors.

• Evaluate new admissions on the day of arrival, review hospital discharge/referral records, verify orders with the physician, perform assessments, and initiate care plans.

• Assess all residents transferring to the hospital prior to departure from the facility.

• Monitor meal services to ensure therapeutic diets are accurately served and residents receive proper assistance.

• Provide in-service training for resident care issues, respond to medical emergencies, and hold periodic resident care conferences.

• Ensure staff use proper body mechanics during transfers, demonstrating proper lifts when necessary.

• Periodically review clinical/nursing records and physician orders, and distribute stock medications to the units.

• Immediately notify the DON or Administrator of any serious changes or sudden demise of a resident.

3. Quality Assurance

• Perform random monthly audits of Physician Order Sheets and verify that Nursing flowsheets are completed properly before the end of each shift.

• Monitor the facility weight-monitoring program and ensure proper interventions are executed in response to changing trends.

• Recommend areas for closer clinical monitoring to the DON.

• Perform all duties in accordance with the values and mission of Maristhill, including the Standards of Conduct within the Organizational Integrity Program.

4. Safety & Security

• Investigate incidents and complete detailed Accident/Incident reports in compliance with facility standards.

• Ensure timely implementation of fall action plans and demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of emergency protocols.

• Identify potential hazards, report unsafe conditions, and monitor medical equipment for safety, requesting repairs as needed.

• Utilize and dispose of sharps strictly according to CDC, OSHA, and facility guidelines.

• Conduct regular facility rounds (including the kitchen and exterior doors) to maintain building safety and security.

• Act as the Person-in-Charge during off-hours emergencies, directing staff via the facility's Emergency Manual.

5. Infection Control

• Apply infection and exposure control knowledge to all aspects of resident care to prevent disease transmission.

• Adhere strictly to handwashing, universal precautions, and bloodborne pathogen guidelines, utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately.

• Report any exposures immediately following OSHA and facility procedures.

6. Residents’ Rights

• Treat all residents with dignity and respect, ensuring total privacy and strict confidentiality.

• Support each resident’s independence and personal choices to accommodate their needs.

• Maintain an environment free from abuse, mistreatment, and neglect; immediately report any violations to appropriate leadership.

• Encourage residents to participate in activities and ensure the security of their personal possessions.

7. Customer Service

• Serve as a positive, courteous, and professional representative of the nursing facility at all times.

• Consistently respond to and resolve the needs and concerns of residents, families, staff, and visitors in a diplomatic fashion.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing and Administrator.