** Nurse Management Openings (Unit Manager, Weekend Supervisor and PM Supervisor) RN ** Only UNIT MANAGER - DAYS NURSE PM SUPERVISOR WEEKEND NURSE SUPERVISOR - DAYS SIGN-ON BONUS $3000.000 ** Sign on Bonus subject to terms and conditions, and minimum hours worked ** SUMMARY: The Nursing Supervisor/ Unit Manager performs professional supervisory nursing practice in the care of the physically and mentally ill. Work involves responsibility for supervising the provision of quality nursing care given at the facility. The position is responsible for maintaining the quality and adequacy of nursing practice; coordinating nursing programs; for recognizing and assisting in solving professional, administrative, and supervisory problems. Position exercises considerable judgment in applying professional knowledge in solving nursing problems within established policies and practices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Determines the optimal allocation of present staff, per shift and assignment on each unit is present. Coordinates the care of patients on assigned shifts. Communicates shifts concerns by the unit to appropriate staff (via e-mails, voice mail, etc.). Review of 24 Hour Report and review patients as indicated for change of condition. Serves as the administrative authority for the smooth functioning of all units. Notifies the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, and Scheduler/Central Supply of urgent concerns during the shift. When the concern is non-urgent, notify the manager by phone message or e-mail. Receives employee, resident, and family grievances. Refers information to the appropriate manager. Assists nurses in completing risk assessments and investigations of injury. Notifies the Assistant Director of Nursing and Human Resources Director of identified learning needs. Receives employee call-offs. Records call-offs and updates schedule. Notifies managers/supervisors of call-offs in their units via voice mail. Replaces for absences and vacancies for upcoming shift(s). Assists staff with pick-up hours (call-in phone, e-mail, vacancy lists, 72-hour availability list). Works with the Staffing Coordinator and Director of Nursing to assure that vacancies are filled in advance. Performs rounds to monitor the conditions and care of acutely ill patients. Supervises staff and assures survey compliance daily. Provides guidance and support to staff to better plan workflow. Receives reports throughout the shift. Completes reports as needed and required. Assists nurses in assessing residents who are experiencing acute changes. Provides clinical expertise in the management of medical and psychiatric emergencies. Responds to code blue, medical assistance situations. Assists staff, as needed. Provides clinical expertise in medical management, crisis, and behavior management techniques. Audits charts routinely. Provides clinical expertise in documentation, including MDS, Medicare PPS, acute illness charting, weekly summaries, and care planning. Ensures timely notification of MD/Family Representatives where warranted. Obtains supplies from the medical supply after hours. Restocks the crash cart immediately after use. Directs staff response to emergencies, such as severe weather, fire, or other disaster scares. Participates in fire drills. Directs disaster evacuation plan, as needed. Meets routinely with the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing. Assists with the development and implementation of nursing policies and procedures. Attends facility Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Meetings. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure. Supervisory experience in a team leader role. Work experience as a professional nurse. CPR certification. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Required to sit, stand, bend, and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
** $10,000 Sign On Bonus! ** (SIGN-ON BONUS SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND MUST MEET MINIMUM HOURS WORKED REQUIREMENT) SUMMARY: The MDS Coordinator is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of all Medicare/Medicaid case-mix documents in order to assure appropriate reimbursement for care and services provided within the Facility. Conducts continual Minimum Data Set (MDS) reviews to assure achievement of optimal allowable Resource Utilization Group (RUG) category. Oversees the overall process and tracking of MDS/Prospective Payment System (PPS) documentation and submission. He/she will integrate nursing, dietary, social recreation, restorative, rehabilitation, and physician services to ensure appropriate assessment and reimbursement. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses and determines the health status and level of care of all new admissions. Ensures the accurate and timely completion of all MDS Assessments including PPS Medicare, quarterly, annual, and significant change. Communicates level of care for new residents to all disciplines. Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each new admission to the facility according to regulatory time frames. Ensures completeness and thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal, state, and medical standards. Maintains an accurate schedule of all MDS assessments to include the proper reference dates throughout the resident’s stay. Responsible for the data entry function to assure accurate data entry and electronic submission of MDS assessments. Verifies electronic submissions of MDS, performs corrections when necessary, and maintains appropriate records. Coordinates interdisciplinary participation in completing the MDS for each resident according to regulatory time frames. Ensures completeness and thoroughness of documentation as mandated by federal and state standards. Schedules and conducts resident care conferences in compliance with state and federal regulations and ensures completion of all MDS reviews prior to resident care conferences. Assists disciplines in formulating and revising care plans. Ensures that resident’s present/potential problems are identified and prioritized; realistic goals are established and nursing intervention is appropriate. Evaluates resident care plans for comprehensiveness and individuality. Assesses the achievement or lack of achievement of desired outcomes. Ensures that the resident’s care plan is reassessed and revised appropriately. Responsible for all level of care changes within the facility. Notifies all departments when a level of care change has been made. Generates appropriate forms to complete the level of acuity and changes. Transmits forms to the appropriate agency for processing as required by state law. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Registered Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure. Long Term Care Experience preferred. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required to sit, stand, bend, and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. (SIGN-ON BONUS SUBJECT TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AND MUST MEET MINIMUM HOURS WORKED REQUIREMENT) APERCHI1
