Unit Manager (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Life Care Center of Auburn•Auburn, MA

About The Position

The LPN Unit Manager supervises, implements, coordinates, and manages patient care on the assigned unit. The role involves interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others, and must be performed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The Unit Manager provides leadership to unit nurses and CNAs, coordinates care with an RN, and supports patients in attaining or maintaining the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Requirements

Attend an accredited LPN program.
Be currently licensed or registered 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 during 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 department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures.
Adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

One year of geriatric nursing experience.

Responsibilities

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 an RN.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.