Manager-Nurse LPN

Bradford Recovery Center•Wells Township, PA

About The Position

Bradford Recovery Center, an inpatient short-term drug and alcohol rehabilitation center, seeks an organized and motivated LPN Nurse Manager. The center provides personalized, evidence-based care to adults age 18 and older affected by substance use disorder, addiction, and certain co-occurring mental and behavioral health challenges. Its residential program offers individualized treatment for adults dependent on alcohol or other drugs. The Nurse Manager manages the clinical and administrative operations of a nursing unit within the scope of an LPN or LVN license and applicable state Nurse Practice Act. The role calls for a positive, empathetic, and professional approach toward customers, with patient safety as a top priority.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
One or more years of management, charge, or administrative experience.
Current LPN/LVN license as required by the state.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Nice To Haves

Four or more years of nursing experience.
Three or more years of experience with the facility’s patient population.
First aid, if required based on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Direct patient care, facilitate workflow, serve as a clinical resource for staff, and provide team leadership on a shift-to-shift basis in residential treatment centers or non-JCAHO-accredited facilities.
Be accountable for the facility’s standard of care and provide consultations and expertise in patient care delivery.
Model customer service expectations and demonstrate urgency regarding patient safety.
Serve as a clinical and service resource to nursing staff and other assigned staff.
Manage staff activities and coordinate safe, appropriate care between departments and disciplines.
Manage and evaluate the work activities of nursing, technical, clerical, service, or maintenance staff for the unit, work group, and other facility staff as directed.
Analyze information and situations to select solutions to problems.
Identify others’ educational needs and develop educational or training programs.
Assist with developing and implementing organizational policies and procedures for the facility or unit.
Prepare reports informing management about the status and implementation of unit programs, services, and quality initiatives.
Perform administrative or managerial functions, such as budget planning and authorizing expenditures.
Manage staff, including hiring, development, training, performance management, and communication, to support effective and efficient department operations.
Provide direct care as needed.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.