Nurse ManagerUnited Counseling Services • Bennington, VT, US

Nurse Manager

United Counseling Services • Bennington, VT, US

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Job Description

Position Title : Nurse Manager

Job Location : Bennington, VT

Education Level Bachelor Degree

Salary Range : $71638.00 - $79012.50 Salary / year

Job Shift : Day

Job Category : Position Requires Credentialing

Description : Why Join UCS :

For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits

Competitive pay
Generous paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer match
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Career development opportunities
Free clinical supervision towards licensure
Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
Award winning worksite wellness program
An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

OBJECTIVE / PURPOSE :

Under the direction of the Medical Director, the Nurse Manager organizes, plans, and supervises the medical component for assigned programs and individuals, satisfying State regulations which ensure the general health and well-being of agency clients.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

Oversight of nursing team and ensure excellent quality of nursing services.

Direct supervision of nursing staff (RN / LPN) : provide and document weekly supervision, approve time cards, engage in performance management, evaluate performance, assign duties as necessary to ensure timely high quality services are provided where needed.

Responsible to ensure all duties and responsibilities of the nursing team are completed in accordance with standards of nursing practice; that staff maintain ethical and professional standards of conduct.

Delegate medication administration; oversee, observe and monitor adherence to medication administration standards of care.

Teach direct support staff, family, and other caregivers as needed.

Represent UCS at statewide Nursing meetings.

Provide joint RN medical oversight of agency group homes, including in-person assessments, scheduled visits, direct care and / or teaching of procedures.

Provide joint RN administrative oversight to ensure all residential programs are following regulations from governing bodies.

Participate in Agency committees as appropriate.

Oversee and participate in Employee Health Office.

Ensures monitoring office medical supplies and medication samples.

Provide limited medical advice to UCS employees and consumers.

Qualifications :

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

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Nurse Manager • Bennington, VT, US