LPN/RN Unit Manager

Millsnr; Mayfield (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-1 Retirement Plan

Daily Pay

Wellness Plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

Mills Nursing and Rehabilitation in Mayfield is seeking an LPN/RN for a Unit Manager position. You will oversee RNs, LPNs and CNAs, ensure adherence to care plans, and coordinate resident care within a supportive team environment.

The role offers growth opportunities, a collaborative culture, and a pathway for advancement in a respected long-term care facility serving Mayfield and surrounding communities.

Qualifications

• Current LPN or RN license.
• At least one year of experience as an LPN or RN in a long-term care setting.
• Knowledge of Matrixcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors facility clinical systems to facilitate quality resident care.
• Delivers basic nursing care to residents as per care plans.
• Directs and develops RNs, LPNs and CNAs on the unit.
• Performs medication administration and IV duties as ordered.
• Documents nursing care notes timely and accurately.
• Assists in recruitment, orientation and supervision of nursing staff.

Skills

LPN/RN license

Supervisory skills

Education

Current LPN or RN license

Tools

Matrixcare

Job description

Mills Nursing and Rehab is seeking an LPN/RN for our Unit Manager position!

Why choose to join the TEAM at Mills Nursing and Rehabilitation:

We value our TEAM and will invest in each person, so they have the opportunity to reach their full potential in the Long-Term Care setting.

Compensation:

We offer excellent wages based on experience

Generous PTO Program, Comprehensive Health Benefits, Day-1 Retirement Plan, Daily Pay option, no-cost Wellness Plan, Bucketlist rewards program

What you can expect at Mills:

• An informative and interactive classroom Orientation Program that will prepare you for your journey at Mills.
• An established Mentor Program that will “show you the ropes” and ensure your efforts lead to success.
• A supportive work environment with various rewards and recognition opportunities (we like to celebrate our successes).
• Career Development and Advancement, Tuition Assistance for Higher Education

You will be able to take pride in being part of a TEAM that has a longstanding reputation for delivering excellent care and services to the residents of Mayfield and the surrounding communities.

The Mills Way:

You have the opportunity to be a part of our “Grow Our Own” culture where we offer “real” opportunities to those interested in a career in the Long-Term Care setting. We can develop a plan that works for you. We offer Tuition Assistance and flexible scheduling. Leadership will apply for annual Scholarships on your behalf to be used towards your Nursing Education as well. We have many examples of staff here at Mills that have been part of or are currently part of our “Grow Our Own” culture. If you are interested in bettering yourself to help others, then Mills may be a great place for you.

LPN/RN Unit Manager Job Duties:

• Monitors facility clinical systems to effectively facilitate quality resident care in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.
• Successfully delivers basic nursing care to residents under in accordance with care plans as ordered by a physician.
• Directs and develops RNs, LPNs and CNAs working on the unit to ensure the delivery of high quality care and services in accordance with all laws, regulations and guidelines.
• Conducts on-going assessments of residents to identify care needs and makes needed revisions to the care plan based on changes in resident condition.
• Works in conjunction with the ADON and DON to provide resolution of grievances or concerns related to resident care or family issues.
• Documents interventions and resident or family education efforts timely and accurately.
• Conducts rounds within the nursing department to assess resident conditions and clinical practices.
• Accurately documents nursing care notes in resident charts in a timely manner.
• Performs medication administration and IV duties in accordance with the care plan as ordered by a physician.
• Monitors progress of the residents and makes suggestions regarding treatment plans which may further meet their care needs.
• Observes resident behavior, vital signs, symptoms, responses to treatment and reports findings to nursing supervisors.
• Completes resident incident reports upon identifying changes in the condition of residents.
• Monitors residents’ skin to identify the risk of pressure sores.
• Responsible for a wide variety of nursing administrative duties.
• Places medication and refill orders with the resident pharmacies as needed.
• Takes inventory of narcotics and monitors emergency kits.
• Performs shift change reports with the previous shift nurses and ensures proper follow up.
• Understands and follows proper procedures for admission, transfer and discharge of the residents.
• May assist in the recruitment, selection and orientation of qualified team members for the Nursing Department.
• Provides expectations and monitors performance of specific nursing staff.
• Delegates assignments and provides overall supervision to RNs, LPNs and CNAs on the nursing unit.
• Effectively communicates guidelines and on-the-job training and procedures to RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Restorative Aides, residents, families and physicians.
• Provides overall supervision for timely responses to call lights; responds personally as needed..
• Assists in promoting a team environment through effectively communicating praise and recognition with the RNs, LPNs and CNAs.
• Nursing Unit Manager monitors schedule adherence of staff for lunch and rest breaks, beginning and ending of shifts and overtime.
• Monitors job performance of RNs, LPNs and CNAs and provides corrective action as needed.

Unit Manager Requirements:

• Current LPN or RN license
• At least one year of experience as an LPN or RN in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Matrixcare preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.