Job Description
Job Description
Unit Manager / Wound Care - Registered Nurse
Facility : MediLodge of Tawas City
We invite you to apply and be part of a team that truly values your contribution. We offer competitive wages and are committed to fostering a workplace where growth, teamwork, and patient-centered care are at the forefront. At the end of each day, knowing that you’ve made a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents will be your greatest reward.
Why MediLodge?
- Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
- Employee Focus : We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
- Employee Recognition : Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
- Career Development : Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
- The American Health Care Association recognizes MediLodge of Cheboygan as a 2024 Bronze Award recipient!
- Michigan Award Winner : Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.
Key Benefit Package Options?
Medical Benefits : Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.Additional Healthcare Benefits : Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.Flexible Pay Options : Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.Benefits Concierge : Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.Pet Insurance : Three options availableEducation Assistance : Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.Retirement Savings with 401K.HSA and FSA optionsUnlimited Referral Bonuses .Start a rewarding and stable career with MediLodge today!
Summary
The Unit Manager RN responsible for directing the entire operation of a nursing unit in a long-term care healthcare facility
Qualifications
Education : Graduate of accredited school of nursing, degree preferred.Licenses / Certification
Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) (if state requires).Valid CPR certificateExperience : Three years of nursing experience, of which one year was in a long term care environment.Essential Functions
Performs General Management Functions such as hiring, disciplining and evaluating employeesPlans and facilitates meetings and committees to address resident care issues for the unitManages area of responsibility with the goal of achieving and maintaining the highest quality of care possible.Participates in developing, implementing and evaluating programs that promote the recruitment, retention, development and continuing education of nursing staff members.Contacts physicians as necessary and ensures physicians interventions are timely and appropriateReviews staffing patterns and census of nursing units, and reassigns personnel when necessary to ensure staffing meets resident needs and budgetary controls.Monitors the clinical operations of the unit and resident’s conditions and ensures that appropriate and quality care is administered.Obtains medications, supplies and medical records needed to provide safe, efficient and therapeutic care to residents on a continuing basis.Assists in the orientation of new personnel, monitors their skills and guides and observes staff that may need assistance with procedures.Participates in facility “QA” programPerforms other tasks as assigned.Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Skilled in motivation of staff and leadership.
Skilled in work assessment.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of state and federal requirements for accreditation and certification.
Possesses basic computer skills
Ability to work with a culturally diverse resident and employee population.