Assistant Director of Nursing/LPN or RN/Full-Time/Monday-Friday 8am-4pm/Salary

The Unit Manager - LPN is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a specific nursing unit in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living facility. This position involves supervising nursing staff, coordinating patient care, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining high-quality resident care. The Unit Manager - LPN collaborates with other healthcare professionals to manage clinical services, create care plans, and address patient needs, while also handling administrative duties related to staffing, documentation, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Unit Leadership And Supervision:

• Patient Care Management:

• Compliance And Documentation:

• Quality Assurance And Improvement:

• Resident And Family Relations:

• Collaboration And Communication:

• Supervise and manage nursing staff within the assigned unit, including Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other support staff.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to staff, ensuring high-quality patient care and adherence to facility protocols.
• Conduct staff evaluations, offer performance feedback, and assist with professional development and training.
• Create and manage staff schedules, ensuring adequate staffing levels for each shift.
• Oversee the delivery of patient care within the unit, ensuring that residents receive appropriate, individualized care based on their needs and care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, Registered Nurses (RNs), therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
• Monitor residents' conditions, address any concerns, and ensure timely communication with families and medical teams regarding changes in health status.
• Provide direct nursing care as needed, including medication administration, wound care, and other treatments.
• Ensure that all nursing staff comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as facility policies, regarding patient care and safety.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system, ensuring all patient care activities, assessments, and treatments are properly recorded.
• Conduct regular audits of clinical documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in facility inspections, surveys, and audits, addressing any areas of non-compliance and implementing corrective actions.
• Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives within the unit, ensuring that care standards meet or exceed regulatory and facility guidelines.
• Participate in care conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement committees to review resident outcomes and address any care-related concerns.
• Ensure that the unit adheres to infection control protocols and other safety measures to protect residents, staff, and visitors.
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, and the healthcare team, providing updates on care plans, treatments, and health status.
• Address any concerns or complaints from residents and families in a professional and compassionate manner, escalating issues to senior management as needed.
• Ensure that residents' dignity, privacy, and personal preferences are respected at all times.
• Collaborate with other department heads, including dietary, social services, and therapy, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for residents.
• Facilitate communication between nursing staff and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to ensure effective care planning and delivery.
• Participate in care planning meetings, discharge planning, and other interdisciplinary team meetings to support optimal resident care.

• Education: Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Licensure: Current and active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of nursing experience, preferably in a long-term care or assisted living setting, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Skills:
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent clinical skills, with the ability to assess, plan, and implement patient care.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and documentation.

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People-Centered Rewards:

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• Early Pay via Tapcheck!
• Employee Perks & Discount program
• PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
• Referral Bonus Program
• Mentorship Programs
• Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (Coming Fall 2025)