I'm gonna puke

[Glycerine82]

I've been a nurse for 5 years and I've recently expressed interest in the Unit Manager position for my Sub Acute unit. (SNF)

 

I think they might actually give it to me.  What have I done??

Excited but scared.  Much like I felt when I graduated. 

[SFANURSE2011, MSN, RN]

Congratulations!! I remember my first leadership role. Everyday is a new day with different set of challenges. It can be very rewarded. Remember, balance the work with outside life. 

 

Good Luck!!

[Glycerine82, LPN]

On 6/8/2021 at 11:04 AM, SummerGarden said:

I would not worry about the former coworker aspect of the job.  At times it can be a problem, but that usually is not the fault of the staff but the leader in charge of the staff.  In other words, if you show up as a leader and not a coworker, overtime your former coworkers will trust you to be their manager and develop a different relationship with you.  No, the real red-flag about your situation is the fact that two experienced managers were hired and left quickly!  

The best forum to gain very good insight and advice into the managerial world of LTC is located here:

LTC: Directors / Assistant:  https://allnurses.com/LTC-directors-assistant-c161

Thank you.  The two before me both were offered more money to stay with their current employer, they didn't actually start - so hopefully I'm not missing anything. 

The reason I applied and accepted is because my buildings administration is amazing.  They are good, caring people who care about the wellbeing of the patients.   

That may not end up meaning anything in the long run, but I'm hoping if nothing else that I can learn and grow. 

 

I'll head over to the link you provided.  Thank you! 

[Glycerine82, LPN]

Good grief that year went by fast 

[Glycerine82, LPN]

Well, I am still standing and I've actually grown quite a bit.  Can't say I'd have said yes going in if I knew then what I know now, but I also love what I do.  Usually. 

[klone, MSN, RN]

That's great, congratulations!