Nurse Manager

Job Summary

The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing the nursing unit, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with healthcare regulations. This role involves managing nursing staff, coordinating patient care, conducting audits, and ensuring a safe environment for patients and employees. The Nurse Manager serves as a key liaison between medical staff, patients, and their families while maintaining operational efficiency on a 24-hour basis.

Key Responsibilities

Unit Management & Compliance

• Manages the nursing unit to ensure safe and efficient operations 24/7.
• Conducts environmental rounds and follows up on resolutions.
• Reviews medical records to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Ensures timely completion and submission of unit reports.
• Assesses and ensures the availability of necessary equipment.

Patient Care & Clinical Oversight

• Oversees the care and management of patients/residents to ensure appropriate treatment.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary care planning meetings and assists in developing care plans.
• Collaborates with medical and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Conducts audits and ensures adherence to clinical guidelines.
• Participates in patient discharge planning.
• Responds to and resolves patient/resident/family concerns and complaints.

Incident Management & Investigations

• Ensures all accidents/incidents are documented and recommends corrective actions.
• Notifies Director of Nursing Services (D.N.S.) and Security of any alleged abuse.
• Participates in investigations and gathers documentation for NYS DOH and internal inquiries.
• Ensures resolution of incidents in compliance with policies and regulations.

Staffing & Leadership

• Develops work schedules and ensures adequate staffing levels.
• Communicates staffing needs and scheduling requirements.
• Manages staff performance, providing orientation, coaching, training, and corrective action as needed.
• Collaborates with Human Resources for recruitment and selection of staff.

Emergency Response & Clinical Management

• Evaluates admissions to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assesses residents after occurrences and ensures appropriate care.
• Oversees central line and intravenous therapy administration.
• Responds to emergency codes and provides appropriate direction.

Administrative & Budgetary Responsibilities

• Utilizes corporate resources, including HR, Compliance, Legal, and Finance, as necessary.
• Ensures proper staffing and resource allocation to support department operations.
• Monitors productivity and participates in annual budget preparation.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: BSN from an accredited school of nursing preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of clinical experience, including at least 2 years in a management role, preferably in a geriatric setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance and regulatory requirements.