LPN Charge Nurse

JOB SUMMARY:

The Greenwood LPN is responsible for the provision of quality resident care to the assisted living residents during his/her Greenwood shift. He/she is responsible for supervising; managing and disciplining state tested nursing assistants assigned to the Greenwood unit in order to ensure the continuity and quality of resident care.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing

EXPERIENCE:

1 year experience working with the senior population in RCF or LTC setting

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Current Ohio License for Practical Nursing
• BLS Certified (CPR/First Aid)

PRINCIPAL JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Address resident, family and staff concerns/questions. Relays pertinent information to LPN Supervisor as appropriate.

2. Serves as first-line supervisor to resident assistants. Prepares assignments, communicates resident needs and monitors nursing assistants performance.

3. Completes charting for resident illness or unusual occurrence. Effectively communicates information to residents' responsible parties, physicians and Greenwood team members.

4. Organizes and implements the day to day operations of resident care in accordance with Federal, State, Local and facility standards and regulations. Also assists in maintaining resident records.

5. Ensures all staff on Greenwood follows guidelines in resident care plans, enhancing resident independence and well being according to the facilities' wellness philosophy. Participates in implementation of policies and procedures that govern the operations of Greenwood.

6. Assures delivery of medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and monitors and reports progress.

7. Monitors the wireless nurse call system and staff responses to ensure prompt and high quality services.

8. Acclimates new residents to Greenwood philosophy and protocols. Participates in review of resident profiles with designated team members to ensure appropriate level of service.

9. Accepts responsibility to oversee and discipline staff as is appropriate.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES — Other:

1. Performs other related duties as needed. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

BENEFITS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A LAUREL LAKE EMPLOYEE:

• Medical Insurance through Meritain (High Deductible Health Plan) — for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week
• HSA (Health Savings Account) — for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week
• Dental coverage through Mutual of Omaha — for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week
• Vision coverage through Mutual of Omaha — for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week
• Basic Life (1x annual salary) - for all employees working 30+ hrs. per week Option to purchase supplemental Life Insurance for self/spouse/child
• Short Term Disability - for all employees working 20+ hrs. per week after completion of six months of service
• 403(b) Retirement Program — potential match for employees up to 4%
• Section 125 Pre-Tax PTO (Paid Time Off) used for Vacation/Sick Time/Holiday
• Tuition Assistance ($1250/$1750/$2500) is the maximum amount that you are eligible for per year based on part time or full time status)
• Free On-Site CEU Opportunities
• Shift Differential for 2nd/3rd shift Clinical positions (STNA/LPN/RN)
• Competitive Wage Scale
• Direct Deposit for Payroll
• Discounted Membership to Life Center Plus/Hudson
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• On-Site Health Club w/Pool
• Employee Wellness Program
• Smoke-Free Campus
• 24-Hour Campus Security Akron Metro Regional Transit Service
• Award Programs (i.e. Employee of the Month)
• Staff/Resident Activities & Social Events
• Employee Dining Room with Meals at Nominal Charge
• Free Parking
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Eligible for Christmas Bonus in December from the Residents