What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Unit Manager- Dementia Special Care Unit position at Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Corp.?
Nurse Unit Manager – Dementia Special Care Unit
Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center, a 117 bed skilled nursing facility located in Natick, MA, is looking for a Nurse Unit Manager - Dementia Special Care Unit to join our team. Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center is a 5 Star Facility that has been deeply rooted in the MetroWest community for over 25 years with a reputation for providing high quality care. This facility is situated in a beautiful setting with modern updates to the property and state of the art short term rehab unit and therapy gym.
Working at non-profit Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Corporation is a meaningful and rewarding experience. Together, we help seniors and their families to embrace healthy aging. Our continuum of exceptional quality senior living, healthcare, and home care services has been trusted by Metro West families for more than 25 years. We are an equal opportunity employer.
For employees working 24 hours per week or more, we offer:
· Health and dental insurance
· Paid vacation and sick time
· 8 holidays
· Personal days
· 401k plan
· Student loan repayment
· Tuition reimbursement
· Life insurance
Position Summary:
The primary purpose of this position is to manage and supervise the day to day nursing activities and care of the residents on the Dementia Special Care Unit. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility and as directed by the Director of Nursing, to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Qualifications:
- Nursing degree from an accredited school of nursing, either Associates or Bachelors.
- Must possess unencumbered RN or LPN license in the state of Massachusetts.
- Certified Dementia Practitioner preferred.
- Ability to make independent decisions and use critical thinking.
- Must be able to deal tactfully with staff, residents, family members, government agencies and the general public.
- Be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to the long term care facility and Dementia Special Care Unit.
- Possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with all levels of staff.
- Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult resident, family and staff issues.
We invite you to join our compassionate, caring team on our mission to help every senior live their best life!
