Night Shift LPN Supervisor - Lead Patient Care

Summary The Supervisor, LPN/LVN manages the LPN/LVN staff and the administration of medications, performance of physicals, provision of treatments, and scheduling of medical appointments in collaboration with a Registered Nurse. Essential Job Functions Manages direct care staff providing services to clients. Coordinates the assignment of work of facility staff and evaluates performance. Monitors the health and medical condition of individuals served ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Supervises the administration of proper medications according to established guidelines. Maintains documentation on all medications given. Provides treatment and/or health care procedures as specified in physician orders and/or as determined by the team. Makes referrals for appropriate medical services and schedules appointments as needed. Attends physician/medical appointments with individuals to promote positive outcomes. Assists in the performance of quarterly and annual physicals. Monitors weight gains or losses and updates medical records regularly. Maintains contact with the families of persons served and informs them of the individual’s medical condition, nutritional needs, medications, etc. Completes the intake of medication deliveries from the pharmacy by receiving medications and comparing to physician orders and medication administration records. Monitors budgets for assigned areas. Manages activities to ensure financial goals are met. Monitors budget variances and implements corrective action plans as needed. Performs other related duties and activities as required. Supervisory Responsibilities Directs and supervises assigned staff, including performance evaluations, scheduling, orientation, and training. Make decisions on employee hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, discipline, terminations, and similar actions. Resolves employee problems within position responsibilities. Education and Experience LPN license, Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school Two years of related experience. Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Current Licensed Vocational Nursing License Current CPR Valid driver’s license and clean driving record Other Skills and Abilities N/A Other Requirements Travel as needed Physical Requirements Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds occasionally, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. #J-18808-Ljbffr