Nurse Manager

Job Overview:
This position is responsible for the oversight and supervision of the delivery of professional nursing care and services to residents following the established policies and procedures of Ridgecrest Village/Crest Health Center on his/her respective shift. This position will supervise and assist as needed the Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants within the Crest Health Center to assure that all resident care needs meet high-quality standards and comply with all local, state and federal regulations.  This person shall also serve as part of the Crest leadership team, filling in for any absences of the DON as deemed necessary, and helping serve as a unified team alongside the leadership of the DON. This position shall also be included in the on-call rotation with other leadership positions.

General Responsibilities:

• Oversees the facility’s 2nd shift to assure resident care is delivered according to facility policies and procedures while meeting all local, state and federal regulations
  Conduct ongoing routine rounds throughout each shift
  Assist in reviewing written/verbal orders from physicians to ensure accuracy in all orders
  Help monitor all laboratory reports, recognize abnormal values and ensure appropriate persons and/or physician are informed
  Shall oversee any admissions occurring on second shift, assuring a smooth and welcoming transition for the new resident as well as overseeing (and assisting as needed) the nursing admission process
  Assures nursing staff are performing necessary cares and treatments as ordered
  Shall perform staff competencies on 2nd shift staff and assist DON with probationary and annual staff evaluations
  Assists in providing education to staff regarding identified issues and care concerns
  Serves as a supervisor, mentor and leader to 2nd shift staff, answering questions, intervening in any identified issues/situations, etc.
  Oversight of any resident transfers to hospital, resident incidents and/or injuries, resident complaints occurring on 2nd shift
  Demonstrates competency in skills mandated by required education and training
  Provides reports to and serves on facility QAPI Committee as requested
  Serves as an integral part of the clinical nurse management team in a supervisory capacity.
  Makes recommendations for improvements in the facility’s processes and operations.
  Provide after hour tours of facility to prospective residents and/or their families
  Performs other duties as assigned.
  Job Qualifications:

  Completion of a nursing program at an accredited school of nursing. (Required)
  Current license with the State of Iowa as a Registered Nurse or LPN. (Required)
  Experience with Microsoft programs and Point Click Care. (Preferred)
  Must have a minimum of two years experience in a long term care setting (Required)
  Must have at least one year supervisory experience (Preferred)
  Skills/Aptitude:

  Desire to enrich resident lives.
  Must possess patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a cheerful disposition.
  Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
  Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
  Must possess the knowledge, skill, and empathy necessary to work with geriatric residents and their families.
  Must possess the mental and physical capabilities to fulfill the duties of this position.
  Must be able to continually articulate clearly and precisely and communicate with persons of varying backgrounds and cultures.
  General Qualifications:

  Willingness to be open to learning and growing.
  Maturity of judgment and behavior.
  Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance.
  Maintains a positive attitude.
  Ability to work a flexible schedule helpful.
  Must comply with any dress code requirements.
  Must be able willing to be on an “on call” nursing management clinical rotation which may require off hour work.  Also participate in facility/community special events outside of the routine work days/hours from time to time.
  Attends work and shows up for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.
  Physical Requirements:

  Required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.
  Must possess sufficient physical stamina to allow for lifting, pushing, and pulling of residents or other objects weighing up to 75 lbs.
  Requires the ability to sit and walk on a frequent basis.  Requires the ability to stand, climb stairs, twist, stoop/bend at the waist.
  Reaching at, or below shoulders on an occasional basis and manipulation of objects with one or both hands is required.
  Working Conditions:

  Performs work in a customary health care and resident care environment where there is occasional exposure to biohazards and noise and rare exposure to toxic chemicals.
  Safety Requirements:

  All employees are expected to respond to emergency situations involving the safety of residents, other employees, and the facility. This includes the ability to assist with a possible evacuation of residents.
  Ridgecrest Village recognizes that an individual with a disability may require accommodations to enable them to successfully perform a job function. Should you require such  accommodations please let your supervisor know in the section below. Consideration will be given to all suggested reasonable accommodations.

•    Graduate from an accredited school of nursing and be licensed as an R.N. in Iowa.
•    Nursing experience in a long-term care facility is preferred.
•    Supervisory class is required in the State of Iowa for nursing home facilities.
•    Must be available to participate in on call rotation