Manager-Nurse LPN

Acadia•Tioga Township, PA

About The Position

Bradford Recovery Center is seeking an organized, motivated LPN Nurse Manager for its inpatient, short-term drug and alcohol rehabilitation center. 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. The Nurse Manager manages the nursing unit’s clinical and administrative operations within the scope of an LPN or LVN license and applicable state Nurse Practice Act. The role promotes a positive, empathetic, and professional approach to customers and prioritizes patient safety. The manager directs and coordinates patient care, supports staff, maintains the facility’s standard of care, and oversees unit operations and staff performance. The role may also provide direct patient care as needed.

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 preferred.
Three or more years of experience with the facility’s patient population preferred.
First aid certification may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

Direct patient care and facilitate workflow, serving as a clinical resource and providing team leadership from shift to shift.
Maintain the facility’s standard of care and provide consultation and expertise in patient care delivery.
Model customer service expectations and urgency regarding patient safety.
Serve as a clinical and service resource to nursing staff and other assigned staff.
Coordinate staff activities and safe, appropriate care across departments and disciplines.
Manage and evaluate work activities of nursing, technical, clerical, service, or maintenance staff as directed.
Analyze information and situations to select solutions to problems.
Identify others’ educational needs and develop education or training programs.
Assist with developing and implementing organizational policies and procedures for the facility or unit.
Prepare reports on the status and implementation of unit programs, services, and quality initiatives.
Perform administrative or managerial functions, including budget planning and authorizing expenditures.
Manage staff hiring, development, training, performance, and communication to support effective department operations.
Provide direct care as needed.
Perform other assigned functions and tasks.