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Nursing Unit Manager

  • Gaffney, SC, United States

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Original job description

Nursing Unit Manager Gaffney, SC 29340 Lead a Team That Makes a Difference Peachtree Centre is seeking an experienced Nursing Unit Manager to coordinate daily nursing services and support high-quality, resident-centered care. You’ll guide nursing staff, help keep the unit running smoothly, and work closely with facility leadership and the care team. What We Offer

  • A leadership role with a direct impact on residents’ care
  • The opportunity to support and develop nursing staff
  • A collaborative environment focused on resident dignity and well-being

What You’ll Do

  • Coordinate and oversee nursing services for residents on your assigned unit
  • Make nursing and aide assignments based on resident and staffing needs
  • Guide staff and encourage participation in training
  • Review nursing documentation for accuracy and completeness
  • Assist with resident assessments, care planning, and assigned MDS work
  • Monitor unit medications, supplies, and equipment, and communicate needs
  • Address staff concerns and report issues to nursing leadership as appropriate
  • Support compliance with facility policies and applicable regulations
  • Participate in quality improvement and facility assessment activities
  • Provide licensed nursing care when staffing needs require it
  • Protect residents’ rights, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality
  • Follow infection prevention, emergency response, and safety procedures

Qualifications

  • Nursing degree from an accredited college or university
  • At least two years of direct-care experience as a licensed nurse in long-term care, restorative care, or a geriatric setting
  • At least one year of nursing management experience
  • Current CPR certification
  • Required state license or certifications, with no disciplinary action in effect against the professional license

What You’ll Bring

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Good judgment and the ability to make independent decisions when needed
  • A respectful, patient approach with residents, families, and staff
  • Basic computer skills and the ability to use electronic medical records
  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including assisting with resident care or evacuation
  • Flexibility to work beyond scheduled hours, including weekends and holidays, and respond to emergency call-backs when needed

Help lead a nursing team committed to providing safe, respectful care to every resident.

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Skills

  • Leadership
  • Guide staff
  • Documentation
  • Care planning
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Infection control
  • Emergency response
  • CPR
  • Communication skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Computer skills
  • Electronic health records

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