LPN Unit Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Unit Manager (LPN) is responsible for the day-to-day clinical and operational management of an assigned nursing unit while providing direct resident care as needed. This is a working leadership position that combines hands-on nursing responsibilities with staff supervision, care coordination, regulatory compliance, and resident advocacy.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care, including medication administration and treatments.
• Monitor resident conditions and report significant changes to the physician and nursing leadership.
• Ensure physician orders, care plans, and documentation are completed accurately and timely.
• Participate in admissions, transfers, discharges, and care planning.
• Follow up on labs, consultations, and resident care concerns.

Unit Management

• Oversee daily operations of the assigned unit.
• Conduct rounds and address resident, family, and staff concerns.
• Monitor incidents, falls, wounds, infections, and other clinical issues to ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain compliance with facility policies and state and federal regulations.

Staff Leadership

• Supervise and support nursing staff and CNAs assigned to the unit.
• Assist with staff orientation, training, and performance management.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and quality resident care.

Quality & Compliance

• Participate in quality improvement activities, audits, and survey readiness efforts.
• Ensure resident rights, dignity, confidentiality, and safety are maintained.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in good standing.
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Monday through Friday schedule.
• Required to work one weekend per month.