Unit Manager (Sub Acute)

HealthBridge Management has 15 locations in Massachusetts offering Long Term Care, Neurorehabilitation, Sub-Acute Services, Alzheimer/Dementia Programs and Behavioral Health.

HealthBridge is currently seeking Unit Manager for Sub Acute unit for our Newton, Massachusetts facility, a 202-bed skilled nursing facility. Newton Health Care Center is a flagship facility that is a patient first healthcare center. Conveniently located right off Route 95 and is across the street from Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Newton HCC has a dynamic new administrative management team and has multiple levels of care available.

We offer a rewarding career growth role in a robust healthcare leader with excellent compensation plans and benefits.

Title: Unit Supervisor
Reports To: Director of Nursing Services

We need you to take ownership for the quality of care that is provided on your Unit. You will be supported by your building's management team and your corporate office. You will be provided with training and guidance whenever you need it. Make it yours! Make a commitment to quality care!

You will assist the Director of Nursing Services in all of the following functions:

Nursing Care
Staff Development
Care Plan and Assessment
Resident Rights
Safety and Sanitation
Administrative
Committee
Personnel
Equipment and Supply
Budget and Planning
Your activities in these functions should always set the example, focusing on quality of care, compassion, professionalism and consistency. Ensure that all nursing staff complies with procedures and regulations. Reviewing documentation of treatments, charts and patient's treatment plans. Making daily rounds in nursing departments to ensure that all staff is performing as expected. Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that treatment orders are followed.REQUIREMENTSAt least 2-3 years experience in a Nurse Supervisor or Unit Manager role.
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active state license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, personnel and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.