Job Information
NHS Management, LLC RN Unit Manager in Birmingham, Alabama
Job Description
Are you looking for a leadership position where you can use your infection prevention and control, risk management and clinical leadership and have the opportunity to move in higher position? Paired with a few years of professional experience, our nurse managers are assigned with multiple high-level responsibilities. They act as a liaison between their immediate nurse team, interdisciplinary teams and the administrative team. Nurse managers have a unique, multi-dimensional role that keeps our facility operating smoothly.
What do you need to do to be successful in this role?
Nurse Staffing & Training
From recruitment to retention, nurse managers evaluate prospective and active members to maintain an optimal performance from their nurse staff.
Administrative Tasks
If case or work schedules go awry a good RN Manager will do what it takes to ensure positive outcomes. Coordinating and facilitating communication between team members is the key to maintaining good team work within the unit.
Team Motivation & Facilitation
Often known as the “motivating” role, nurse managers help foster a positive environment for the nurse team. Apart from staff meetings, they need to develop team-building activities that’s tailored to the unit’s specific needs as well as discipline.
What are the Requirements to be a RN Manager?
Similar to most registered nursing positions, a nurse manager must have at least Registered Nurse state license. Additionally, certifications for BLS/CPR and ACLR are necessary in case a patient needs immediate critical care. They’ll also need a minimum of five years experience in post-acute care settings.
What to Expect as a Nurse Manager at our facility?
Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
Selects, develops and counsels employees consistent with Human Resources management practices.
Adopts a total performance improvement approach to work that includes employee empowerment, managing with data, a philosophy of continuous improvement, a customer oriented attitude and a work methodology that minimizes error. This includes developing and maintaining quality-monitoring systems in area(s) of responsibility.
Reports performance improvement results and addresses any problems or issues accurately and timely.
Maintains positive relations with our residents and their families.
Develops and maintains open, honest and mutually beneficial relationships with, managers, staff, members of facility leadership team, medical staff, other employees.
Selects, trains/orients, directs, coaches, evaluates, and counsels staff.
Monitors daily scheduling for timely flow and reduced wait times.
Assists in patient care including rooming of patients, entering health information into AHT, administering injections, assisting with exam or diagnostic procedure setup.
Why Should You be a Nurse Manager with our facility?
The healthcare industry will need a strong generation of nurse leaders to guide the younger workforce. This position is a great stepping stone to achieve higher positions within the organization, namely a Director or Assistant Director of Nursing role. Nurse managers get to work with patients and staff which provides for a meaningful career. With their first-hand experience, they can shape a positive experience for both parties.
We offer the following benefits for you and your family:
Competitive Wages
Elite Low Cost Gold Plan Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vision Insurance
401K with company match
Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation
EOE
Requirements
Current R.N. license by State required with experience in the long term care or working with the geriatric population preferred.
Must have at least two years nursing experience and one year supervisory experience.
Clerical ability is necessary to read reports and utilize data accurately for other purposes.
Skill in organizing and planning programs and managing personnel to provide nursing service for residents.
Ability to plan and direct the department, coordinating with other departments.