Unit Care Coordinator (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Life Care Center of Gwinnett•Lawrenceville, GA

About The Position

The LPN Unit Care Coordinator supervises, implements, coordinates, and manages patient care on the assigned unit through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others. The role follows applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The coordinator directs daily unit functions, collaborates with the RN on patient care plans and services, and helps patients attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Requirements

Attend an accredited LPN program.
Hold a current license or registration in the applicable state and maintain an active LPN/LVN license in good standing throughout employment.
Obtain CPR certification upon hire or during orientation and maintain current certification throughout employment.
Have advanced knowledge in the field of practice.
Be able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Be knowledgeable about practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Implement and interpret departmental programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships and confidentiality of proprietary or confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and required compliance training.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Use concentration, reasoning skills, and good judgment.

Nice To Haves

One year of geriatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs and provide leadership on the floor.
Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact.
Prepare and administer medication accurately as ordered by a physician.
Respond in a leadership capacity to emergencies related to patient and staff safety.
Coordinate patient care plans and services with the RN.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, company policies, and Life Care standards; maintain confidentiality and professional working relationships.