Assistant Director of Nursing/Unit Manager - Johnson City, United States - United Methodist Homes

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Assistant Director of Nursing / Unit Manager

Exciting opportunity at the United Methodist Homes James G. Johnston Memorial Nursing Home. CMS 5 Star Rated Community & 2024 US News Best Nursing Home & Best Short Term Rehabilitation.

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Assistant Director of Nursing / Unit Manager to join our team at 42 bed skilled nursing home. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to our residents while overseeing the daily operations of a designated nursing unit.

This is an exempt position. Salary range: $ $104000 annually

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school in nursing. Bachelors degree (BSN) in nursing preferred.
• Progressive professional experience in long-term care nursing supervision / management
• Current knowledge and practice of accepted standards of professional nursing practice
• Working knowledge of Pharmacology
• Extensive knowledge of Quality Measures
• Working knowledge of Medicare Part A and Part B payment systems
• Must demonstrate competency in skills and techniques necessary to care for residents needs as identified through resident assessments, and as described in the plan of care
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

• Provide clinical leadership and guidance to nursing staff, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to develop and implement clinical protocols and best practices to optimize resident care outcomes.
• Conduct regular assessments of residents' health status and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Train,supervise, and evaluate nursing staff, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
• Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring appropriate staffing levels to meet resident needs and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular staff meetings, providing updates on policies, procedures, and resident care initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as industry standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and accreditation processes to maintain high standards of care.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize resident care.
• Serve as a liaison between nursing staff, residents, families, and other stakeholders, addressing concerns and ensuring open communication channels.
• Stay abreast of current trends, developments, and best practices in nursing and long-term care through continuing education and professional development.
• Responsible for maintaining and updating the resident care plan and informing staff of changes.
• Completes all appropriate investigation and documentation for resident, employee or visitor accidents/incidents.
• Completes employee evaluations.
• Completes all assigned Quality Assurance audits.
• Other duties as assigned to insure safe and effective operation of the nursing unit.