Nurse Manager (LPN)

PACS

5d•$95,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

Bridge Crest Post Acute is seeking dedicated and compassionate Nurse Manager to join our team. We offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills and commitment to care truly make a difference.

Requirements

Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university
2 years or more experience preferably in a long-term care facility
a minimum of 1-year supervisory experience
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public
Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas
Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Must possess a current, unencunmbered, active license to practice as an LPN in this state
Current CPR certification
Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing
Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with EHR software preferred (PCC)
Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise and manage the daily operations of patient care and non-patient care department
Supervise, instruct and assist Nursing Staff and CNAs in provision of care with prompt response to call signals
Primary clinical contact for coordinating admissions and discharging patients
Assign staff to residents for shifts, manage attendance, scheduling, and staff replacement when necessary
Supervise staff, including taking or assisting with appropriate disciplinary measures
Approve final payroll timecards, and daily approval of overtime
Provide weekly employee recognition
Attend daily and weekly leadership meetings and provide input on IDT process
Participate in orientation and on-going training of staff – provide updates for state mandated policy changes
Provide customer service to outside providers, contractors, patients, and family members
Acknowledge investigate, and resolve staff, provider, and contractor complaints
Perform skilled care assessments
Make rounds and provide report
Respond to and monitor care issues and changes in condition
Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence and well-being
Assist physicians and other healthcare providers when making visits and conducting examinations
Communicate with physicians and other health professionals regarding resident care, treatment and COCs
Communicate new or updated orders for rehabilitation therapies
Verify laboratory test samples are obtained as ordered, results are received timely and physicians are notified of results promptly
Provide resident care including carrying out physician’s orders for care, providing medication and treatment
Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to Director of Nursing
Participate in development, maintenance and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program for the nursing department
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by Administrator, Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing
Oversee and participate in direct care activities to assure care delivery is consistent and follows policies & procedures
Oversee the development and implementation of care plans - review for regulatory compliance and nursing standards
Assure physician orders are current, accurate, signed, and communicated to the nursing staff and other clinical disciplines
Assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility
Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating our written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department
Facilitates the resolution of issues and concerns associated with resident / patient care including family issues
Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations
Will perform general nursing duties in cases of emergency or staffing shortages
Performs other duties as assigned
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.
This position assists with the overall supervision of the nursing staff