Unit Manager (LPN)

Medilodg; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

Prescription drug insurance

401K

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MediLodge of Taylor is hiring a Unit Manager/LPN to direct the nursing unit in our long-term care facility. This on-site, full-time role requires clinical leadership, staff guidance, and daily operation oversight.

The ideal candidate is an LPN with at least three years of nursing experience, including one year in long-term care, and a track record of team management and quality care. We offer comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program; degree preferred.
• LPN license (state-specific) required.
• Minimum three years nursing experience, including at least one year in long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operation of the nursing unit and manage staff.
• Plan and chair meetings to review resident care issues.
• Ensure staffing meets resident needs and budget.
• Participate in QA programs and staff development.
• Coordinate with physicians for timely interventions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff motivation

Work assessment

Diversity awareness

Basic computer skills

Education

Nursing degree

Accredited nursing program

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

MediLodge of Taylor
23600 Northline Rd
Taylor, MI 48180, USA

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: UNITM016104

Description

Unit Manager/Nurse Supervisor Registered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Facility: MediLodge of Taylor

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.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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