RN Resident Care Manager

Brendan House Long Term Care has an opportunity for a Resident Care Manager to lead its team!

Brendan House is located in Kalispell, Montana, in the heart of the Flathead Valley. We are a short drive to Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, and an abundance of outdoor recreation to choose from.

This position assumes a visible leadership role and is responsible for overseeing patient/resident care, administrative activities and care delivery for assigned area(s). Oversees day-to-day operations and continually evaluates quality and effectiveness of patient/resident care, clinical judgment, productivity, staffing, and education for assigned area(s).

Qualifications:

• Current Montana RN License or a multi state compact license with authorization to practice nursing within the state of Montana; required.  BSN degree preferred.

• Current Healthcare Provider CPR required.

• Minimum of one (1) year current unit specific experience preferred.

• Previous Charge Nurse or Supervisor experience preferred.

• Experience with nursing information systems, Medicare billing, and Skilled Nursing Facility Resource Utilization Groups (RUGs IV) preferred.

• National Certification in Medical-Surgical or Gerontological Nursing preferred.  

• Possess knowledge of the health care environment, long-term care regulations, and care delivery systems for assigned area(s) preferred. 

Job Specific Duties:

• Assumes a visible leadership role and is responsible for overseeing patient/resident care, administrative activities and care delivery for assigned area(s).  Oversees day-to-day unit operations as applicable to assigned area(s). 

• In partnership with leadership; contributes to hiring, corrective action and termination decisions, conducts annual performance evaluations, provides feedback to employees regarding performance, clinical judgment, interpersonal and communication skills of assigned area(s). 

• Promotes staffing compliance and ensures safe staffing assignments. Monitors staffing to achieve productivity and budget standards.

• Performs within the scope and standards of practice for Registered Professional Nurses in the state (as set forth by the current State Board of Nursing regulations, the American Nurses Association, and professional organizations specific to specialty to guide practice and standards within the work place).

• In collaboration with assigned leadership; develops, revises and ensures compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and professional practice acts as applicable to assigned area(s).

• Serves as a role model by providing leadership expertise, and serves as a clinical and administrative resource. Provides coaching and development opportunities for assigned staff as applicable to assigned area(s).

• Serves as an advocate for the professional nursing practice and supports the work of the unit based council.  Works in conjunction with the assigned leadership to advance the practice of nursing and the delivery of care in a coordinated, supportive way.

• Coordinates delivery of patient care in a professional manner in compliance with long term care and nursing policies and procedures.

• Determines patient/resident assignments and delegates’ duties according to appropriate patient acuity and skill mix of staff.

• Communicates with assigned leadership and documents any events that occur.

• Initiates, coordinates and oversees the Resident Assessment Instrument (RAI) process for assigned area(s). Completes the nursing elements of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) 3.0 and provides staff orientation and education as needed. Implements and/or assists with plan of care.  Facilitates care conferences for assigned area(s).   

• Initiates and coordinates processes to maximize reimbursement and assures compliance with federal and state guidelines. Ensures appropriate utilization of the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) system.  Sets Assessment Reference Dates (ARDs) to optimize the PDPM system. Facilitates and/or participates in Medicare meetings. 

• Adheres to State and Federal rules and regulations concerning delivery of patient/resident care and assures nursing services are provided and documented accordingly.

• Participates in the safety, quality, and risk management programs to improve structure, process and outcomes of care. Participates in organizational committees/task forces as assigned.  Prepares for, and collaborates with, other stakeholders prior to and during the CMS and long-term care survey.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.  Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.  Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Logan Health takes great pride in offering its employees a comprehensive benefits package that promotes wellness and work-life balance. This includes:

• Health, Dental, and Vison insurance

• 401(k) with generous matching

• Employer-provided life insurance

• Voluntary life and disability insurance options

• Critical Illness and Voluntary Accident options

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• FSA or HSA option

• Free parking

• Paid time off, Holiday pay, and Illness bank

• Employee referral program

• Employee Wellness Program that includes wellness coaching, classes, wellness incentives and more

• Logan Health Fitness Center - Waived registration fee and 1/2 off monthly membership dues

Shift:

Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability).