GLC - Unit Manager LPN - Elkhart

Position GLC - Unit Manager LPN

Req Number NUR-18-00442

Division Golden LivingCenters

Description

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

As a Unit Manager at Golden LivingCenters, you will ensure that our patients get the care they need and that we have the necessary resources to provide it. Your hard work and meaningful efforts will help us to continue providing the highest quality healthcare possible. You will have direct impact on the quality of care that our patients receive and will do what it takes to provide the highest quality care. Your outcome-focused work will leave you feeling empowered at the end of each day because you'll know you've made a difference in the lives of our patients.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for the independent supervision of the delivery of care to a group of residents in a Nursing unit under the direction of an RN

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Develop individualized plan of care in collaboration with the resident or responsible party and interdisciplinary care team by documenting problems, statements, goals and approaches in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary care team

• Implement plan of care consistently, effectively and cost efficiently with focus on resident centered outcomes

• Utilize all appropriate, available resources for counseling and discharge planning

• Under direction of an RN, supervise other professional staff in the day-to-day delivery of resident care

• Monitor resident activity and provide nursing care as appropriate including charting and recordkeeping

• Maintain an updated knowledge base in pharmacology. Apply adult learning principles when educating individuals, family members or responsible party regarding the resident's medication regimen

• Recognize normal and abnormal lab values and communicate same in appropriate manner to physician, and other interdisciplinary team members as appropriate

CODE OF CONDUCT

Must adhere to the Company's Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting responsibilities.

Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in state of practice required

• Minimum one (1) year supervisory experience

• Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics

• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS

• Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information.

• Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with other employees at all levels.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Mobility, reaching, bending, lifting, grasping, fingering, fine hand coordination, ability to talk and hear; ability to read and write; ability to communicate with personnel, ability to remain calm under stress. Ability to adequately lift, support and bodily manipulate the weight of a patient.

COMPANY PROFILE

Golden Living and AseraCare Hospice are committed to enhancing the lives of the patients we care for. Here, you'll find some of the best professionals in healthcare working together to provide the highest level of care to every patient and resident we serve. And, we're able to offer career opportunities that fit almost anyone's background or level of experience. From where you work to how you work to everything in between, we're confident that at Golden Living and AseraCare Hospice, you'll find exactly what you're looking for in your career.

Location4877 GL - ELKHART

Facility NameGLC - Elkhart

City State and ZipElkhart Indiana 46517

Location 04877

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Category Nursing

About the Organization

Open Date 4/16/2018

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.