RN UNIT MANAGER

apartment Rego Park Health Care location_onNew York, NY, US

An RN (Registered Nurse) Unit Manager is a leadership role in healthcare settings, typically found in hospitals, nursing homes, or other medical facilities. This individual is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a specific unit or department, such as a medical-surgical floor, ICU, or rehabilitation unit. Their primary duties include:

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Staff Management:
- Supervising a team of nurses and healthcare professionals.
- Ensuring proper staffing levels and scheduling to meet patient needs.
- Offering mentorship, training, and performance evaluations for staff.
- Addressing staffing issues, including conflict resolution and ensuring high morale.
Clinical Oversight:
- Ensuring that nurses follow proper procedures and protocols.
- Ensuring patient care is provided according to the highest clinical standards.
- Handling complex or urgent patient care situations.
Budgeting and Resource Management:
- Overseeing the unit’s budget, including supplies and staffing costs.
- Managing inventory and ensuring that medical supplies are adequately stocked.
Patient Care:
- Collaborating with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare providers to develop care plans.
- Ensuring that patients receive high-quality care in a safe and efficient manner.
- Monitoring patient outcomes and working to improve patient satisfaction.
Compliance and Quality Control:
- Ensuring that the unit complies with healthcare regulations, such as safety standards and accreditation requirements.
- Leading quality improvement initiatives to enhance care delivery.
Reporting:
- Regularly reporting to higher management on unit performance, patient outcomes, and staffing issues.
- Tracking and documenting patient care, incidents, and any changes in policies.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education: An RN Unit Manager typically holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Additional certifications in nursing leadership or management are also helpful (e.g., Nurse Executive or Nurse Manager certification).
Experience: Extensive clinical nursing experience and previous roles in leadership positions (e.g., charge nurse or clinical nurse leader) are usually required.
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Must work effectively with patients, families, and staff members.
Problem-solving and Critical Thinking: Ability to handle complex medical and operational issues swiftly.

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