LPN

OPCO Skilled Management; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OPCO Skilled Management seeks a site supervisor of nursing personnel to ensure delivery of nursing care in line with professional standards and physician orders, within center policies and guidelines.

The role concentrates on coordinating care, overseeing infection control practices per the HCR manual, and supporting QA programs, with emphasis on timely patient changes communication and family education. LPN/LVN license is required, with nursing management experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LPN/LVN license in the state.
• Experience in nursing management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the HCR Infection Control Manual.
• Understands, participates and assists in implementing the Q.A.A.
• Utilizes the Quality Life Practice Guide Manual for identification, placement, and monitoring of patients in the appropriate programs.
• Notifies other Departments of patient changes, i.e., room changes, LOA, new admits, discharge, etc.
• Conducts family and patient education.
• Locates and uses emergency equipment when necessary.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Infection control knowledge

Leadership

Education

LPN/LVN license

Job description

Objective

Supervises nursing personnel to deliver nursing care and within scope of practice coordinates care delivery, which will ensure that patient’s needs are met in accordance with professional standards of practice through physician orders, center policies and procedures, and federal, state and local guidelines.

Principal Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate use of the HCR Infection Control Manual.
• Understands, participates and assists in implementing the Q.A.A.
• Utilizes the Quality Life Practice Guide Manual for identification, placement, and monitoring of patients in the appropriate programs.
• Notifies other Departments of patient changes, i.e., room changes, LOA, new admits, discharge, etc.
• Conducts family and patient education.
• Locates and uses emergency equipment when necessary.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed LPN/LVN in state.
• One-year prior nursing management experience preferred.