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RN Unit Manager ($12,000 Sign On Bonus)

apartment Valley Nursing Healthcare LLC location_onTaylorsville, NC

RN Vent Unit Manager – $12,000 Sign-On Bonus! Location: Valley Nursing and Rehab, Taylorsville NC Job Type: Full-Time | Day Shift Are you a passionate and experienced RN with a strong background in ventilator care and leadership? Join our dedicated team at Valley Nursing and Rehab where we are committed to providing exceptional care and improving lives—every day. We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse RN Vent Unit Manager to lead our specialized Ventilator Unit. This is a great opportunity for an RN leader who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and is ready to make a real impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead the clinical operations of the Ventilator Unit, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and facility standards Supervise and support nursing staff to provide exceptional resident care Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and manage care plans Assist the DON/ADON in directing daily nursing operations Participate in on-call rotation with three other nurse managers Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required Ensure new admissions are welcomed, rooms are prepared, and care plans are initiated Conduct rounds with physicians as needed and provide direct nursing care when necessary Maintain reference materials (e.g., PDRs, federal/state regulations) and ensure nursing staff are informed and compliant with procedures Coordinate nursing services with other departments to ensure continuity of care Lead staff meetings and participate in planning department services, programs, and activities Ensure adequate supplies, medications, and equipment are available to meet residents' needs Complete administrative tasks including medical forms, evaluations, charting, and incident reports Develop and manage work assignments for nursing personnel Ensure all staff are aware of residents' care plans and follow established protocols Qualifications: Must possess, at minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college/university or be a graduate of an approved RN program Must have at least 2 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care, or related healthcare setting Current, active, unencumbered RN license in the state of North Carolina or a compact state Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience in long-term care or sub-acute rehab Ventilator/respiratory care experience is required Knowledge of nursing and medical practices, as well as federal/state regulations related to long-term care Strong leadership and supervisory skills with a collaborative mindset Ability to make independent decisions and remain calm under pressure Effective communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking, understanding) Ability to engage tactfully and respectfully with staff, residents, families, and outside personnel Patience, compassion, and a positive disposition with a willingness to work with all resident populations Experience using PointClickCare is a plus! What We Offer: $12,000 Sign-On Bonus Competitive salary based on experience Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Supportive leadership and a team-focused work culture IND123