About this position
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