Skilled Unit Manager (RN) Monday - Friday Dayshift

Description

This front-line position is in charge of the day-to-day nursing operation of our skilled unit.  Reporting to the Director of Nursing, the Skilled Unit Manager is responsible for internal and external customer (resident/family) satisfaction, quality of care, supervision of personnel, and compliance of Federal, State, and local regulations in accordance with industry standards.  

• Manage the Orchards Unit in Healthcare (“skilled care unit”)                   
  • Assist floor staff with daily operations as needed  
  • Oversee the care of all residents within the unit and assist staff to meet desired needs
    • Attend resident care conferences or work with social services to present information 
  • Assist staff with admissions/discharges and review all for accuracy and completeness
    • Monitor hospital readmissions and collaborate with our ACO networks 
    • Assist with discharge planning
  • Manage the Orchards staff and oversee their needs
  • Liaison for family members
  • Provide guidance to team members to ensure smooth continuity of care
  • Navigate a fast-paced work environment 
  • Attention to detail when reviewing clinical admissions, medical charts, documentation, and care plans
• Collaborate with DON/ADON on quality measures and outcomes
• Learns and assists with the QAPI process on an ongoing basis
• Conducts audits as needed
• Insurance Education
  • Navigate relationships with ACO representatives
  • Have a strong understanding of insurance (process with Traditional Medicare versus managed care insurances)
  • Comfort with clinical updates, reviews, NOMNC’s, appeal process

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited RN Program/BSN preferred
• Must possess a current RN license in the State of Ohio/Certification in Gerontology is preferred
• Knowledge of healthcare management practices and State, Federal and long-term care rules and regulations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong managerial skills
• Knowledge of applicable Federal regulations, Medicare and Medicaid certification
• Experience in Clinical Nursing