Nurse Manager (LPN)

Nurse Manager (LPN) Bridge Crest Post Acute is seeking dedicated and compassionate Nurse Manager to join our team. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills and commitment to care truly make a difference. Compensation: $95,000 - $105,000 annually, depending on experience Essential Duties 70% of the time this position requires managerial duties Supervise and manage the daily operations of patient care and non‑patient care department Supervise, instruct and assist Nursing Staff and CNAs in provision of care with prompt response to call signals Primary clinical contact for coordinating admissions and discharging patients Assign staff to residents for shifts, manage attendance, scheduling, and staff replacement when necessary Supervise staff, including taking or assisting with appropriate disciplinary measures Approve final payroll timecards and daily approval of overtime Provide weekly employee recognition Attend daily and weekly leadership meetings and provide input on IDT process Participate in orientation and ongoing training of staff – provide updates for state‑mandated policy changes Provide customer service to outside providers, contractors, patients, and family members Acknowledge, investigate, and resolve staff, provider, and contractor complaints Perform skilled care assessments Make rounds and provide report Respond to and monitor care issues and changes in condition Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self‑care, independence and well‑being Assist physicians and other healthcare providers when making visits and conducting examinations Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment, and COCs Communicate new or updated orders for rehabilitation therapies Verify laboratory test samples are obtained as ordered, results are received timely, and physicians are notified of results promptly Provide resident care including carrying out physician's orders for care, providing medication and treatment Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to Director of Nursing Participate in development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing department Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by Administrator, Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing Oversee and participate in direct care activities to assure care delivery is consistent and follows policies & procedures Oversee the development and implementation of care plans – review for regulatory compliance and nursing standards Assure physician orders are current, accurate, signed, and communicated to the nursing staff and other clinical disciplines Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day‑to‑day functions of the nursing service department, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long‑term care facility Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating our written policies and procedures that govern the day‑to‑day functions of the nursing service department Facilitates the resolution of issues and concerns associated with resident / patient care including family issues Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations Will perform general nursing duties in cases of emergency or staffing shortages Performs other duties as assigned Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Supervisory Requirements This position assists with the overall supervision of the nursing staff Qualifications Education and/or Experience Minimum requirements to perform this position include a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university 2 years or more experience preferably in a long‑term care facility and a minimum of 1‑year supervisory experience Knowledge and experience with EHR software preferred (PCC) Language Skills Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in this state Current CPR certification To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the Microsoft Suite products Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, read or hear Frequent use of all office related equipment to include copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate We are 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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr BRidgecrest Post Acute