What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unit Manager position at Cheltenham Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
Unit Manager
Registered Nurse preferably. Must be licensed in the state of Pennsylvania. At least 1 year of previous supervisory / managerial experience. Knowledge and skills include medical, operational and excellent nursing care for the unit. Must be proficient with computer programs utilized by the facility.
Responsibilities :
Ensures complete and prompt reporting of incidents with follow-up as necessary to Administrator and Director of Nursing.
Participates in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures based on identified needs.
Serves as MDS coordinator for assigned unit and completes admissions MDS for each resident.
Oversee resident care to promote the highest level of physical, mental and psychosocial functioning possible for assigned unit.
Actively participates in the Quality Assurance process, including attendance at Quality Assurance meetings and submission of required reports.
Ensures that significant changes in resident condition are communicated to the physician, family or responsible party.
Makes daily rounds on unit to ensure resident care needs and environmental standards are met, this includes monitoring of dining rooms meal times.
Work collaboratively with other members of the interdisciplinary care team to provide holistic care. Review clinical records for completeness and accuracy are necessary.
Monitors, tracks, evaluates and reports infections for the unit. Acts as a resource for nursing staff.
Reviews applications for admission to the unit with the Director of Nursing and Admissions Director. Works collaboratively with the Director of Nursing to identify and provide orientation and continuing education for unit staff members.
Attends and actively participates in nursing supervisor meetings
