Licensed Practical Nurse 1st Shift Supervisor

Company: Bellaire at Stone Port
Location: Harrisonburg
Posted on: January 9, 2021

Job Description:

1st Shift Supervisor (LPN)PurposeTo develop, coordinate and implement programs and services for residents with cognitive impairment; to provide a therapeutic environment that maintains each resident's highest level of well being of mind, body and spirit.Essential FunctionsJob Functions

• Serves as charge nurse during shifts worked, when the Director of Health and Wellness and Administrator are not in the building.
• Administering medications per physician's orders.
• Communicating with physicians related to orders, services and care needs.
• Following the residents' plans of care as prescribed by the physicians.
• Documenting residents services, changes of condition, exceptions and incidents, as well as documentation of all follow-up.
• Assists with developing individualized care plans and interventions.
• Collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and families to provide care and services.
• Supervision of certified nurse assistants and direct care aides.
• Compliance with state regulations and community standards.
• Collaboration with external professional health service providers.
• Assists with coordinating the programming of resident care activities.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Administrator and/or Director of Resident Care.Qualifications
  • Must possess a current unencumbered LPN license.
  • Must be 21 years of age or older.
  • Knowledgeable of applicable state regulations.
  • Must read, write, speak and understand English.
  • Knowledge and experience in working with older adults.
  • Ability to communicate residents and families.
  • Maintains professional conduct with associates. Supervisory experience desirable.
  • Must have upper body strength adequate to bend, lift, shift, move, and/or assist in moving articles of more than twenty-five pounds.
  • Must be able to squat, reach, stretch without distress, Must be able to tolerate extended periods walking, standing.

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