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Short Term Rehab Unit Manager RN
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Short Term Rehab Unit Managerto lead our short-term rehabilitation unit at Masconomet Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Topsfield, Massachusetts. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation and organization of the unit, ensuring the highest level of quality care for our patients.
Responsibilities:
Oversee the day-to-day operation and organization of the short-term rehabilitation unit
Assist with admissions, participate in family meetings, and discharge planning process
Attend and participate in daily facility meetings and weekly Clinical Risk and Medicare meetings
Conduct audits of all new admission charts
Serve as liaison between family, patient, doctor, and other departments
Investigate all incident reports and follow-up accordingly
Participate in managing staff and assignments to ensure quality of care
May be required to accept on-call hours on weekends and holidays as assigned
Qualifications and Skills:
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a valid Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts
Valid CPR certification
At least 2 years of nursing supervisory experience
Excellent computer and electronic medical record skills
Safety & Health Requirements:
Identifies safety hazards and reports appropriately
Functions effectively in emergency situations
Follows facility procedures related to control and cleanliness of equipment and supplies within the unit
Observes infection control procedures including hand washing and isolation procedures
Assumes responsibility for the safety of patients under his/her supervision
Observes all facility safety policies and procedures
Ensures patient unit is orderly and held to a high standard of cleanliness
Individual Growth Requirements:
Participates in facility education programs as assigned
Comes to work in a clean, neat uniform and consistently presents a professional appearance in accordance with department dress code
Comes to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrates dependability and punctuality
Accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner
Assists others when own work is completed or as directed by Director of Nursing and/or Administrator
Effectively organizes varying workloads
Documentation Requirements:
Documents and oversees completion of: incidents and/or unusual problems, provision of care, audits and tracks trends in patient care according to established facility procedures
Oversees thorough and accurate documentation specific to regulatory requirements and overall provision of care
Takes accountability and assumes responsibility for the overall plan of care for patients on Short Term Rehabilitation unit from admission through discharge; ensuring highest attainable outcomes
General Requirements:
Follows established performance standards and performs duties according to nursing service policies and procedures
Assumes accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the unit assigned and within his/her span of control
Listens tolerantly and patiently to resident and family complaints, addresses concerns promptly and escalates to Director of Nursing as appropriate
Follows Resident's Rights policies at all times including confidentiality, privacy and dignity
Consistently works cooperatively with residents, charge nurses, staff nurses, nursing assistants, physicians, families, consultant personnel, ancillary service providers and administration
Performs other related duties as directed by Director of Nursing and/or Administrator
Join our team and take the next step in your nursing career! If you are a motivated and compassionate nurse looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
