LPN Unit Care Lead: Patient Care & Coordination

Life Care Centers of America; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks an LPN Unit Care Coordinator to supervise, implement, and manage patient care on the unit, collaborating with patients, families, nurses, and other staff in line with Life Care standards.

The role requires completion of an accredited LPN program and an active LPN/LVN license with CPR certification, with preference for 1 year of geriatric nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Attended an accredited LPN program.
• Active LPN/LVN license in good standing throughout employment.
• CPR certification is required or obtained during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor.
• Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact to maximize physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
• Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician.
• Respond in a leadership capacity to emergencies related to patient and staff safety.
• Coordinate patient care plans with the RN and other team members.

Education

Attended an accredited LPN program

Active LPN/LVN license in good standing

CPR certification

Job description

Life Care Centers of America seeks an LPN Unit Care Coordinator to supervise, implement, and manage patient care on the unit, collaborating with patients, families, nurses, and other staff in line with Life Care standards.

The role requires completion of an accredited LPN program and an active LPN/LVN license with CPR certification, with preference for 1 year of geriatric nursing experience.