Registered Nurse - Unit Manager (RN UM)

Position- Registered Nurse - Unit Manager
Shift- 7am-3:30pm
Pay Rate- $63/hr - $65/hr
Contract- 9 week
Days-Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse - Unit Manager (RN UM) to lead and coordinate patient care within a vibrant healthcare setting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee nursing operations, ensure exceptional patient outcomes, and foster a collaborative team environment. As a key leader, you will manage daily clinical activities, mentor nursing staff, and uphold the highest standards of safety, compliance, and quality care. Your expertise will directly impact the well-being of diverse patient populations, including those requiring specialized care such as geriatrics, behavioral health, or acute medical conditions. Join us in making a meaningful difference through energetic leadership and dedicated patient advocacy.

Duties

• Lead and supervise nursing staff to deliver comprehensive patient care aligned with clinical best practices and organizational policies.
• Coordinate patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and medical documentation to ensure accurate and timely records in EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Cerner or Epic.
• Oversee medication administration, IV infusion procedures, catheter care, wound suturing, and sterile processing to maintain safety standards.
• Facilitate discharge planning, family communication, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams including case management, physical therapy, and social services.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and infection control protocols while managing patient confidentiality and medical records.
• Conduct performance evaluations, supervise staff training on new protocols or EMR updates, and promote professional development within the team.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives focusing on patient safety metrics such as fall prevention, infection rates, or acute pain management.

Experience

• Proven experience in critical care environments such as ICU or Level I Trauma Centers with familiarity in trauma protocols like Level II trauma center standards.
• Extensive background in medical-surgical nursing, geriatrics including dementia care or memory care units, behavioral health settings, or pediatric units such as PICU or neonatal ventilator management.
• Demonstrated supervisory or nurse management experience leading teams in fast-paced healthcare environments.
• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or Athenahealth for documentation and utilization review purposes.
• Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pharmacology related to medication administration and diagnostic evaluation techniques like sonography or spinal taps.
• Skilled in working with individuals with disabilities or developmental delays across various settings including assisted living or home care environments.
• Familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding for procedures like cardiac catheterization or gastrostomy tube feeding, and DRG (Diagnosis Related Group) classifications for billing purposes.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), IV insertion techniques, sterile technique practices, and infection control standards is required to ensure high-quality patient care. Join us to lead with energy! Bring your expertise in nursing management combined with a passion for delivering compassionate care that transforms lives every day. Your leadership will inspire teams to excel while ensuring our patients receive safe, effective treatment tailored to their unique needs. We’re committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative work environment where your skills truly make a difference.

Thanks & Regard
Shakti
469-343-0002

Pay: $63.00 - $65.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person