Position: Nurse Manager (RN)
Unit: Pulmonary Unit
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift/On-Call
Compensation: Based on prior experience
Work Location: In Person at 4405 Normal Blvd. Lincoln, NE 68506
Duties:
Direct the day to day functions of the Pulmonary Nursing department.
Coordinate nursing services with other departments.
Participate in surveys as needed.
Supervise the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients as required.
Develop departmental budget and control expenditures to meet requirements.
Consult on care plans, treatments, rehab, etc. as necessary.
Be familiar with State and HCFA regulations governing skilled nursing facilities.
Serve as liaison between hospitals, physicians, community agencies and other facility departments.
Monitor labor hour usage and adjust staffing accordingly.
Participate in patient rounds with physician as needed.
Monitor charts for accuracy and timeliness of all discipline documentation and initiate medication error reports, as needed.
Complete a monthly audit on issues as directed by Director of Clinical Services.
Monitor med passes for correctness.
Ensure that adequate staff is hired, trained, and on duty for each shift.
Assist in scheduling as necessary.
Develop work assignments as needed.
Assure that employees follow established policies and procedures.
Complete job performance evaluations as directed.
Ensure availability via phone at all times to staff and delegate this responsibility as needed.
Assume “on call” status for staffing needs on a rotating basis.
Provide direct nursing care as needed.
Inform staff of new admissions.
Ensure that rooms are ready.
Make daily patient visits to observe and evaluate patient conditions.
Report problem areas to the Director of Clinical Services.
Make independent decisions concerning nursing care.
Start IV's, etc. within scope of practice.
Ensure that reference material is available.
Participate in the quality assurance program.
Ensure that all work spaces are clean.
Assure that the proper equipment and supplies are present.
Assure that staff is trained to use equipment and supplies correctly.
Review usage reports to determine discrepancies, follow-up to resolve discrepancies.
Qualifications & Skills of Pulmonary Unit Manager:
Valid nursing license
Advanced knowledge of EMRs
Excellent bedside manner and communication skills
Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations
Pulmonary Unit Manager Requirements:
Must possess a current, active license to practice as an RN or LPN in Nebraska.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when needed.
Must effectively communicate and relate with residents and family members.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.
Experience:
Pulmonary/vent: 1 year (Preferred)
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