Unit Care Coordinator (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Darcy Hall of Life Care; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Unit Care Coordinator (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN) in West Palm Beach, FL. The role leads unit nurses and CNAs, coordinates patient care, and ensures quality outcomes on the floor.

The position requires an active LPN/LVN license, CPR certification, and preferably one year of geriatric nursing experience. Full-time, day shift with responsibilities across the post-acute care unit.

Qualifications

• Must have active LPN/LVN license in good standing.
• One year geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification required or obtained during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs.
• Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Coordinate patient care plans with RN.
• Administer medications as ordered by a physician.
• Maintain patient safety and confidentiality.

Skills

Leadership in nursing

Patient care coordination

Communication with patients and staff

Education

LPN/LVN license

Accredited LPN program

Job description

Unit Care Coordinator (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

Darcy Hall of Life Care

Employment Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Shift

The LPN Unit Care Coordinator is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Attended an accredited LPN program
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Effectively 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 which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being
• Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician
• Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety
• Coordinate patient care plans and services with RN
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language