LPN - PRN (6a-6p)

National Church Residences•Hilliard, OH

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing, the LPN Charge Nurse supervises, provides, and directs nursing care in accordance with organizational and facility policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The role makes advanced observations, reports and records findings, forms nursing judgments, and carries out nursing actions based on nursing principles. The position includes coordinating resident care and staffing, administering medications and treatments, developing care plans, supporting admissions, supervising nursing assistants, communicating with residents and families, and maintaining accurate, confidential documentation. The LPN Charge Nurse also supports resident rights, safety, infection control, and compliance requirements, and performs other duties as assigned. The role requires graduation from an accredited nursing school or vocational school of practical nursing and a current nurse license. One to two years of experience is preferred. The position involves exposure to conditions such as noise, odors, illness, infection, and physical contact with disruptive residents.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or a vocational school of practical nursing.
Current nurse license.
Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and the Internet.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise, provide, and direct nursing care according to facility policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
Make advanced observations, document and report findings, form nursing judgments, and carry out nursing actions.
Follow nursing practice standards and interpret policies to staff, families, and physicians.
Conduct daily rounds and develop and implement comprehensive care plans based on residents’ needs.
Pass medications and treatments according to policy; order and credit medications as needed and maintain accurate medication accounting, including stock medications, unit-dose medications, and narcotics.
Follow staffing guidelines, make nursing assignments, and provide accurate reports on residents’ conditions to ensure continuity of care.
Monitor resident diets, meal trays, snacks, and intake; assist with meal service and feeding.
Follow admissions procedures and communicate admissions to relevant departments, staff, physicians, and service providers.
Ensure employees follow the chain of command and personnel policies.
Assign nursing assistants, ensure completion of assignments, supervise their work, document and correct poor performance, and inform Unit Managers or the Director of Nursing about performance problems.
Participate in nursing assistant performance evaluations and provide counseling, coaching, training, and evaluation feedback.
Communicate professionally, follow written and verbal directions, and provide customer service to residents, peers, families, managers, and visitors.
Report changes in residents’ physical or mental conditions promptly and attend assigned staff meetings, in-services, interdisciplinary team meetings, and committee meetings.
Observe environmental conditions and cooperate with other departments to support a quality environment for residents and staff.
Document resident information accurately, promptly, and confidentially; document changes and notifications to the power of attorney and physician; and perform comprehensive assessments as assigned.
Verify that changeover MARs/TARs are updated correctly and that necessary changes are made to new MARs/TARs by the first of each month.
Support resident rights, help residents exercise and protect their rights, maintain confidentiality, and report complaints to the supervisor in charge.
Help ensure resident safety, including checking ordered Wanderguard equipment; use equipment properly and report equipment needs or repairs.
Use protective equipment and follow infection-control protocols, universal precautions, and life-safety measures.
Maintain a positive and professional manner, manage time effectively, provide role-model leadership, collaborate, and participate in policy creation and problem solving.
Follow the Employee Information Guide, Code of Conduct, facility handbook, corporate compliance requirements, drug-free workplace rules, safe-work practices, and applicable laws and regulations.
Provide care with respect and dignity, report complaints and allegations of abuse or misappropriation, and complete annual education requirements, including compliance, privacy, security, and HIPAA training.
Perform other duties as assigned.