Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 3pm Clinical Manager

Job Overview Summary:

The Clinical Manager is responsible for the management of their assigned shift (3pm-11pm, 11am-7pm, Weekend) which includes integration, coordination and tracking of nursing and resident care. This position is responsible for ensuring that the management of the shift is consistent with the mission, vision, values and policies of the facility, as well as in accordance with accepted standards of practice, state and federal regulations and licensing requirements. This position reports directly to the Director of Nursing.

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

Duties:

Administrative:

Collaborate with the Director of Nursing in maintaining adequate nursing coverage

Conduct staff meetings to provide updates to staff per DON

Collaborate with other departments to provide timely, effective care consistent with individual's needs, choices and preferences

Participate in the facility's nursing committees as requested

Assume nursing administrative responsibilities of the facility for weekend and holiday coverage as requested Clinical:

Monitor communication between licensed nursing staff and CNA's during and between shifts as warranted

Participate in shift to shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff

Make rounds on all units to assist with any issues or concerns as warranted

Monitor meals and assist as needed. Monitor nourishments and fluids as needed

Review the report book and check that any new problems, such as accidents, infections, or other new orders, have a corresponding care plan for each resident that addresses the problem

Complete any New Pressure Area Reports and send to the Director of Nursing and the Dietician as needed

Keep census current

Complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly and other tasks assigned for the day

Remove discontinued drugs from cart, determine if any are returnable, and follow procedure

Audit treatment and medication books to ensure compliance with task completion

Ensure assessments are being completed as scheduled

Update Care plans as warranted

Notify the DON of all incidents

Monitor lab results as needed

Ensure a discharge planning process is in place as warranted

Ensure complete and prompt reporting of incidents, accidents and adverse events to Administrator and Director of Nursing

Investigate resident/family complaints and take appropriate actions to bring to resolution

Perform other related duties as required Qualifications:

A graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current licensure by the state board of examiners of nurses in the facility's state. The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our residents and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs (Required). Prior experience in the long-term care environment (Preferred).

Knowledge and Skills:

Demonstrates leadership, organizational and critical thinking skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent management skills

Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary

Basic knowledge of computers

Ability to create a resident-centered environment

Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations Required Responsibilities:

Successful demonstration of cultural competence, work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.

Core Competencies:

Effective Communication

Caring

Adaptability/Flexibility

Confidentiality

Team Player

Dedication Physical Demands

Shoe the amount of time on-the-job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.

Amount of Time

NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more

Stand x

Walk x

Sit x

Talk or hear x

Finger, handle or feet x

Push/pull x

Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl x

Reach with hands and arms x

Taste or smell x

This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.

NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more

Up to 10 lbs x

Up to 20 lbs x

Up to 50 lbs x

Up to 100 lbs x

> 100 lbs x

This job has special vision requirements.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)

Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

No Special Vision Requirements This job has special hearing requirements.

Ability to hear alarms on equipment

Ability to hear client call

Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff