LPN Unit Manager/Nurse Supervisor

MediLodge; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Retirement

HSA/FSA options

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Job summary

MediLodge Traverse City is seeking a Unit Manager/LPN Supervisor to direct the nursing unit in a long-term care facility. The role includes staffing, resident care oversight, and coordinating with physicians to ensure timely interventions.

The ideal candidate has an LPN license, 3 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year in long-term care, and strong leadership skills. This position offers advancement opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program; degree preferred.
• LPN license (state requirements)
• CPR certification, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs general management functions such as hiring, disciplining and evaluating staff.
• Plans and facilitates meetings to address resident care issues for the unit.
• Manages staffing and census to meet resident needs and budgetary controls.
• Ensures timely physician interventions and appropriate medical orders.
• Oversees ongoing QA and staff education to promote quality care.
• Onboards new personnel and supports staff with procedures.

Skills

Staff motivation

Performance assessment

Effective communication

Regulatory knowledge

Basic computer skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Unit Manager/Nurse Supervisor Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Offering $6K Sign On Bonus!

Facility: MediLodge of Traverse City
Sign On Bonus: $6,000 (Limited Time Availability - Two Year Payout)

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan's Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

Start a rewarding and stable career with MediLodge today!

Summary

The Unit Manager Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for directing the entire operation of a nursing unit in a long-term care healthcare facility.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing, degree preferred.

Licenses/Certification

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (if state requires)
• Valid CPR teaching certificate, if applicable.

Experience

• Three years of nursing experience, of which one year was in a long-term care environment.

Job Functions

• Performs General Management Functions such as hiring, disciplining and evaluating employees.
• Plans and facilitates meetings and committees to address resident care issues for the unit.
• Manages area of responsibility with the goal of achieving and maintaining the highest quality of care possible.
• Participates in developing, implementing, and evaluating programs that promote the recruitment, retention, development and continuing education of nursing staff members.
• Contacts physicians as necessary and ensures physicians interventions are timely and appropriate.
• Reviews staffing patterns and census of nursing units and reassigns personnel when necessary to ensure staffing meets resident needs and budgetary controls.
• Monitors the clinical operations of the unit and resident's conditions and ensures that appropriate and quality care is administered.
• Obtains medications, supplies and medical records needed to provide safe, efficient, and therapeutic care to residents on a continuing basis.
• Assists in the orientation of new personnel, monitors their skills and guides and observes staff that may need assistance with procedures.
• Participates in facility "QA" program.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Skilled in motivation of staff and leadership.
• Skilled in work assessment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of state and federal requirements for accreditation and certification.
• Possesses basic computer skills.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse resident and employee population.