Unit Manager (RN or LPN) - Americus Nursing Center
Description
RN/LPN Unit Manager
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Classification: Non-Exempt
WHY WORK AT MAGNOLIA MANOR?
At Magnolia Manor, we believe exceptional resident care starts with dedicated nursing professionals who are committed to providing quality care and supporting their teams. As an RN/LPN Unit Manager, you play an important role in overseeing nursing operations, supporting fellow nursing professionals, and helping ensure our residents receive the highest quality of care.
If you are a motivated nursing professional who enjoys leadership, teamwork, and making a difference in the lives of residents, Magnolia Manor offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while continuing to grow your nursing career.
Here's what you can look forward to when you join our team:
- Competitive Pay: Your nursing expertise, experience, and commitment to quality resident care are valued at Magnolia Manor.
- Three Weeks of PTO in Your First Year: Full-time employees receive three weeks of paid time off during their first year.
- PTO Sign-On Bonus: Receive an additional 24 hours of PTO as a sign-on bonus.
- Employee Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring great people to join our team.
- Career Pathways: Strengthen your clinical and leadership skills while exploring opportunities for professional growth with Magnolia Manor.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Matching: Plan for your future with a retirement savings plan that includes employer matching.
- Rich Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance help support your health and well-being.
- Rain Pay Plan: Access a percentage of your earned paycheck each week, giving you more flexibility to manage expenses between paydays.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The primary purpose of the position is to direct and supervise resident care in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility and as may be required by the Director of Nursing to ensure that the highest quality of care is maintained at all times.
ROLE and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the DON in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.
- Manage and Mentor your own team of nursing professionals.
- Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc. as necessary.
- Make daily rounds of the nursing department to ensure that all nursing personnel is performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the DON.
- Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to assure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled.
- Report problem areas to the DON. Assist in developing and implementing correction action.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS:
- Highly focused and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
- Excellent communication skills with a proven track record in leadership.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active state RN or LPN license.
- At least 3 to 4 years’ experience, in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility is required.
- Prior clinical supervisor or management experience is preferred.