LPN Charge Nurse

Job Description Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity Job Duties The Unit Manager is responsible for the day‑to‑day coordination and oversight of all aspects of the assigned clinical unit. Job duties include, but are not limited to: Ensure that required staffing levels are met for each shift on a daily basis needed to render care for the number of residents assigned to the unit. Make staffing level adjustments each shift as needed and adjust the federally required posted schedule to reflect current staffing. Attend, participate, and lead the weekly resident "At Risk" meeting to identify resident care and condition concerns, implement appropriate interventions, and ensure follow‑up. Attend and participate in the morning clinical review meeting. Attend and participate in PPS meetings as indicated. Attend and participate in monthly QA and A meetings, assist with follow‑up for any identified problems. Monitor provision of resident care by licensed nurses and C.N.A.’s; ensure required documentation is completed. Review 24‑hour resident change‑in‑condition reports daily; ensure necessary follow‑up occurs. Review resident medical records and documentation to ensure clinical programs are in place per policy and procedures. Identify educational needs of staff, discuss findings with the Facility Educator, and work collaboratively to meet these needs. Participate on other committees as requested by the Administrator/Director of Nursing Services. Ensure resident care and documentation are in compliance with state and federal rules and regulations. Comply with and ensure staff is in compliance with HIPAA rules and regulations, reporting any violations to the Administrator and Director of Nursing Services. Ensure work assignments are made for assigned staff, including breaks and lunches, and that staff is compliant with assignments. Initiate disciplinary action as necessary for staff members in collaboration with the DON/ADON. Communicate with the appropriate department manager/DON and follow up to resolve grievances or concerns from personnel, residents, or family members. Ensure physician orders are being followed. Assist the DON/ADON with preparing performance evaluations as directed; greet new admissions and families and assist nursing staff with the admission process as needed. Within 24 to 48 hours, ensure all admission documentation is complete, including all required clinical assessments and care plans. Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure medications are administered as ordered and treatments are provided as scheduled. Provide direct nursing care as necessary. Report problem areas to the Director of Nursing and assist in developing and implementing corrective action. Attend and participate in continuing education programs to remain current with standards of nursing practice and to maintain licensure requirements. Ensure that nursing staff follows policy and procedures, including the appropriate dress code. Ensure nursing staff participate in all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills. Ensure nursing personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary. Ensure all personnel operate nursing equipment safely. Participate as needed and/or directed in collaboration with the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in developing written care plans for each resident. Ensure all nursing care is provided in privacy and that nursing staff knock before entering the resident's room. Report and assist with the investigation of any allegations of resident abuse, including misappropriation of resident property. Assist Social Services with ensuring an Advance Directive/Code Status has been obtained and documented per policy. Participate in the annual survey and/or complaint survey processes as directed by the Administrator/DON and assist with any plans of correction required. Position Requirements Bachelor's degree preferred and/or must be a graduate of an approved LPN program. Must be an actively licensed LPN in the assigned state(s) of employment. Previous supervisory experience. Two years of LTC experience. Acute Care experience preferred. Benefits Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits Multiple Medical Plans Including Pharmacy Including Teladoc Multiple Dental Plans Vision Plan Health Savings Account (eligibility restrictions apply) Flexible Spending Accounts Voluntary Life and AD&D Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Plans Hospital Indemnity Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Whole Life Insurance Medicare Employee Assistance Legal Plan Commuter Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program (available to all employees) Paid Time Off Vacation Sick Plans in accordance with state laws Opportunities to advance and grow your career We are an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/DV #J-18808-Ljbffr