LPN Unit Care Coordinator: Lead Patient Care

Life Care Centers of America; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Tennessee is seeking an LPN Unit Care Coordinator responsible for supervising, coordinating, and managing patient care on the unit, in line with Life Care standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires completion of an accredited LPN program, an active LPN/LVN license, CPR certification, and preferred geriatric nursing experience; it emphasizes leadership, communication, and compliant operation.

Qualifications

• Attended an accredited LPN program.
• Must hold an active LPN/LVN license in good standing.
• CPR certification required at hire or during orientation; to remain current.
• One year geriatric nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide floor leadership.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Provide and coordinate patient care and services with the care team.
• Accurately administer medications as ordered by a physician.
• Respond to emergencies in a leadership capacity.
• Coordinate patient care plans with RN.
• Maintain patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.

Skills

Unit leadership

Interpersonal communication

Education

Accredited LPN program

Job description

Life Care Centers of America in Tennessee is seeking an LPN Unit Care Coordinator responsible for supervising, coordinating, and managing patient care on the unit, in line with Life Care standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires completion of an accredited LPN program, an active LPN/LVN license, CPR certification, and preferred geriatric nursing experience; it emphasizes leadership, communication, and compliant operation.