LPN-CHARGE NURSE

Annandale At Suwanee, Inc.•Suwanee, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Annandale Village is a nonprofit community in Suwanee, GA, serving adults with developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries. We offer a full continuum of care on our 55-acre campus, including assisted living, personal care homes, a skilled nursing facility, a day program, and an independent living program. We are a mission-driven organization seeking passionate individuals to make a lasting difference in the lives of our residents.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing and currently licensed as an LPN in Georgia.
Three to five years of recent LPN experience in GA.
Supervisory experience required.
Must be able to supervise and instruct CNAs and others, and to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to respond to emergencies; ability to respond to and seek supervision.
Able to read and write in English, to understand and follow written and oral instructions, and able to communicate with residents, personnel, vendors, and consultants.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid Class C Georgia Driver’s License.
Must have proof of vehicle insurance.
Must meet company policy regarding MVR requirements.
Must meet state requirements regarding a GBI and FBI criminal history record check which requires fingerprinting.
Must undergo and pass a drug screening and screening for Tuberculosis.

Nice To Haves

Leadership, training, goal setting and motivation skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards.
Exercises supervisory authority and independent judgment to ensure proper discipline and productivity.
Directs the day-to-day functions of nursing activities to include supervising CNAs to ensure residents needs are met.
Manages CNA duties, documentation completion, and initiates and oversees daily shift huddle meetings.
Educates and trains new staff and introduces new procedures and protocols, including orientation.
Communicates with management regarding CNA performance, staff issues, and changes to treatment and protocols, providing and documenting teachable moments.
Works with the Scheduler to ensure regulatory coverage is met, managing overnight and weekends call outs.
Evaluates resident complaints to determine the appropriate plan of care, communicates with physicians and other healthcare providers as necessary.
Carries out physician’s orders regarding diet, medication, and treatment.
Performs assessments; changes dressings; monitors and ensures quality care through observation and evaluation.
Reports on physiological and mental health status of residents.
Documents nursing interventions on medical records.
Distributes and maintains records of controlled drugs and ensures their security.
Makes decisions in routine cases; instructs residents, staff, and family members regarding treatments, nursing plans, and related patient care issues.
Remains calm under pressure, competent in making quick decisions in emergency situations, evaluating the quality of resident care, resolving conflicts, and anticipating problems before they arise.
Maintains availability of medications and supplies.
Works with residents with developmental disability, intellectual disability, or an acquired brain injury.
Maintains privacy and confidentiality; treats residents with kindness, dignity, and respect; and ensures that all nursing personnel know and comply with the Resident’s Rights rules.
Communicates medical information, change in resident health status, and health-related concerns to the resident’s family/guardian.
Performs and/or supervises the medication administration processes, administration of prescribed treatments, and other therapies, assuming this responsibility for both units during occasional staffing shortages.
Monitors, evaluates, and documents residents' prescribed blood sugar levels, vital signs, and weights, alerting the physician of any findings outside of established normal ranges.
Collaborates with the Dietician and the Culinary Operations Director in planning for residents requiring special diets.
Collaborates with therapy regarding the plan of care.
Receives Physician’s orders, updates MAR’s with new medication orders and change orders, and communicates same to other staff assisting with medications.
Performs admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
Facilitates the development of the resident’s preliminary and comprehensive assessment and written care plan.
Completes nursing documentation to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.
Administers professional services and provides direct hands-on-care as necessary.
Maintains professional competencies through education and training.
Attends all required and assigned trainings.
Performs other duties as assigned that may be necessary in the best interest of Annandale at Suwannee, Inc. to meet the patient care needs of the Residents.
Serves as a member of or provides input to the Professional Staff Committee, the Process Improvement Committee, and the Resident’s Council.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance
Free meal during your shift
PTO (Paid time off)
403(b) Retirement Plan with a 3% employer match
Training & growth opportunities
Employee Recognition programs and team appreciation events
Holiday Premium Pay
For hourly employees: double time for major holidays worked
For hourly employees: time-and-a-half on select days that matter to our residents and families—like Easter, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day
Annual pay increases based on performance