Operations Unit Manager jobs in Burlington, VT

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Summary:

The Supervisor/Unit Manager of the Rehabiliation Short-term Unit assures smooth operations of the unit for a designated shift.

Education:

• Graduate of accredited RN or LPN School of Nursing

Licenses/Certification:

• Current RN/LPN Licensure in the State employed
• Valid CPR verification

Experience:

• At least one (1) years of nursing experience preferred
• Evidence of continuing education or special preparation or experience in gerontological nursing and/or long-term care nursing desirable.

Essential Functions:

• Assesses, plans, coordinates and evaluates residents’ care along with members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents promptly to Supervisor and Physician as necessary.
• Receives and records physicians’ orders.
• Communicates staffing problems and needs to the Nurse Manager. Provides input on staffing ratios and deployment.
• Provides oncoming shift and supervisors with accurate and complete resident status report. Maintains the 24-hour report book.
• Supervises, directs and evaluates staff (i.e., RNs, LPN/LVNs, Medicate Aides/Medication Techs, Nurses Aides, etc.) as directed. Participates in counseling, disciplinary action and termination of staff to the extent permitted by state practice act.

Core Values/Service Excellence:

• Work efforts reflect a passion for exceeding customer expectations
• Solicits patient/resident feedback to understand their needs and the needs of the community. Advocates for Service Excellence within the Center and influences others to act.
• Displays responsibility by taking ownership of quality care, shows dedication to enriching the lives of our patients and residents through empathy and compassion.
• Exhibits a commitment to results by looking for and recommending/implementing process improvements.
• Demonstrates commitment to interpersonal excellence through professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, common courtesy, a professional attitude and appearance.
• Enriches the Center culture by having fun.
• Recognizes the benefits of team collaboration. Shows respect for fellow employees by working together to get the job done.
• Effectively addresses customer concerns and resolves conflict in a manner that is fair to all.