Job Description:

Summary of Role

The Nurse Manager RN is responsible for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident centered care planning for the respective neighborhood to comply with Community Quality standards, State and Regulatory Compliance; Responsibilities include the development of all nursing service personnel, performance management, evaluation, monitoring staffing needs, policy and procedures, and communication with resident and family members.

Responsibilities

1. Plans, develops, organizes, implements, and evaluates Nursing Services program in the Care Center to ensure continuity of residents' total regiment of care, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines; Participates in pre-admission assessment data collection; Manages admissions, transfers, and discharge residents as required

2. Supports, evaluates, and implements written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the Care Center

3. Responsible for all aspects of care planning and documentation for respective neighborhood MDS

4. In tandem with the Director of Nursing, maintains accurate staffing levels to meet Resident care needs, including monitoring of over time

5. Monitors, evaluates, and recommends process improvements to meet Community quality, safety and risk management guidelines; Ensures compliance of reporting processes

6. Monitors and evaluates staff development needs including orientation, performance management, and leading of self-directed work teams

7.Responsible for safe medication practices including compliance with Community standards, state and federal regulations; Provides regular monitoring of nursing practices

8. Promotes an environment that meets safety and infection control guidelines and regulations including proper hand-washing techniques, resident proper transfer, proper lifting techniques, blood borne pathogens, protective equipment and fire and emergency standards.

9. Participates in the maintenance of the procedures for equipment and reporting hazardous conditions of equipment

10. Ensures that all nursing service personnel are knowledgeable of the resident rights and responsibilities including CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent resident and employee information to assure their privacy are protected

11. Ensures coordination and timely completion of the admission process

12. Makes rounds on neighborhoods (units) to check on residents and staff to assure appropriate and safe care delivery; Identifies issues or concerns and intervenes when necessary

13. Reports and supports investigative protocols as it relates to staff or resident incidents and/or accidents in accordance with state and federal regulations

14. Performs duties that may include direct resident care such as completion of resident assessments, treatments and administering medications

15. Responsible for facilitating the implementation of the care delivery model and processes, mentoring of staff, coordination and communication with other departments, while ensuring resident and family satisfaction

Background and Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice
• Graduate from an accredited/approved school of nursing
• BSN preferred
• Must be CPR certified
• One year experience in Medicare in a Nursing home environment preferred
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must be knowledgeable and skilled in nursing medical practices and procedures with emphasis in the geriatric population. Must be familiar with current laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care and personal growth. Must maintain a high level of professionalism and a cheerful disposition and willingness to handle difficult situations.

Physical Activities and Demands

The physical activities and demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must be able to lift 50 lbs and push/pull 200lbs on wheels.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat). Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members. Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those assigned to this classification. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by those occupying this position. The job description and job functions described herein are subject to possible modification by EverTrue in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

EverTrue Pay & Benefits

Pay grade: I, $96,165.00/year to $154,271.00/year.

Eligible for shift differentials: No.

For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.

All employees: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.

Part-time: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees... Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.

Full-time or Weekend Option: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees... Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.

Additional Information:

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