What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Manager position at Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at Houghton Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
About the Role
- Coordinate the administration and clinical activities for the nursing department on a designated shift or unit in accordance with current regulations that govern long-term care facilities.
- Serve as a resource to staff in clinical and managerial decision-making, delegate responsibilities to staff.
- Participate in inspections (surveys) made by authorized agencies.
- Participate in and assure appropriate assessment of residents, validate nursing staff's clinical decisions.
- Participate in the development, implementation, and communication of resident's plan of care.
- Making frequent rounds on nursing units to ensure all personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with established nursing standards, and all resident needs are being met.
- Monitor documentation procedures of nursing staff, follow up on problem areas with employees, and make oral/written reports to the Director of Nursing.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited RN program required.
- Three years of experience with one year of long-term or sub-acute care experience required. One year of supervisory experience preferred.
- Current New York State RN licensure required. Responsible for annual re-licensure per regulations. Compliance with yearly CEU requirements. Current CPR, Accucheck, and IV Therapy certification required.
Benefits
- Premium compensation.
- Great benefits package.
- Professional growth and stability.
- 401(k).
- Dental insurance.
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.
Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
