Unit Manager (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

The Oaks•New Bedford, 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 carried out in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The Unit Manager directs the daily work of unit nurses and CNAs, coordinates care with an RN, and responds in a leadership capacity to emergencies involving patient and staff safety.

Requirements

Have attended 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 keep it current throughout employment.
Have advanced knowledge in the field of practice.
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Know practices and procedures, as well as 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 English.
Be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of geriatric nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs, providing leadership on the floor.
Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services to support patients’ physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Prepare and administer medication accurately as ordered by a physician.
Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety.
Coordinate patient care plans and services with an 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.