LPN Team Lead

OVERVIEW Oversees and coordinates patient care activities of the assigned nursing unit to maintain and enhance quality of patient care. Schedule: Monday - Friday. Shift: Clinic hours unless need dictates otherwise. Location: Walworth Hospital & Medical Center. Pay Range: $62,396.55-99,834.48. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs duties of LPN. Revises, develops and implements policies and procedures and monitors compliance. Interview, supervise and evaluate personnel of assigned units. Schedule unit personnel to assure efficient patient flow. Participate in planning and promoting public relations. Is flexible to work alternate shifts. Manage departmentalized budgets involving staff and materials. Participate in planning and implementing PI's and quality initiatives. May need to work overtime on more than an occasional basis. BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS Quality: Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service: Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; meets commitments; abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; thinks system wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering: Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day‑to‑day work; gives and welcomes feedback; generates suggestions for improving work; embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals. Cost: Conserves organization resources; understands fiscal responsibility; works within approved budget; develops and implements cost‑saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited LPN Program OR Wisconsin: have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing. Illinois: have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program. Three years of LPN experience in a clinical setting, preferably with some supervisory experience. CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE Valid Wisconsin LPN License. CPR Certification. Certain AHA courses such as Heartsaver or HeartCode courses do not meet Mercyhealth standards. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Good interpersonal/communication skills. Good analytical/interpretive skills. Good organizational/implementation skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and color vision. LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; ensuring employee adherence to annual education and certification requirements. BENEFITS Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous paid time off Paid parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Well‑being programs Employee discounts On‑Demand Pay EEO STATEMENT Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr