LPN Charge Nurse/Quality

Job Description: Traditions of Chillicothe, located in Chillicothe OH is a skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care community with a team of health care professionals that is unmatched in the area! We are owned and operated by National Church Residences, the nation’s largest provider of affordable senior housing and health care services.
We are seeking an LPN Charge Nurse who will share in our vision to advance better living and care for seniors! Under the general supervision of the Director of Nursing, the purpose of this position is to supervise, provide and direct nursing care in compliance with company and facility policies and procedures.
The LPN Charge Nurse makes observations on an advanced level, report and records observations appropriately, forms nursing judgments and carries out nursing actions based upon understanding of the scientific principles involved.
Qualified candidates for this position offer: An Ohio LPN Licensure in good standing Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 1-2 years nursing experience preferred Demonstrates and maintains a positive, professional manner, manages time efficiently and effectively, provides leadership as a role model to promote a team approach, collaborates and participates in policy creation and appropriate problem solving methods.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1.
Supervise, provide and direct nursing care in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
• Makes observations on an advanced level; reports and records observations appropriately • Follows established standards of nursing practices.
Assumes responsibility for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Performs daily rounds, develops and implements accurate comprehensive care plans • Follows staffing guidelines and makes nursing assignments.
Receives and gives an accurate report on resident’s condition • Monitor diets and supervises meal trays and snacks served • Follows facility admissions procedures and communicates admission to other departments, staff, physicians and other service providers.
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Supervision • Ensures employees follow the chain of command • Assigns nursing assistants and ensures the efficient completion of their assignments.
Supervises, documents and corrects poor performance of nursing assistants.
Keeps Unit Managers/Director of Nursing informed on a timely basis of poor performance problems.
• Participates in the performance evaluation process 3.
Communicates professionally and effectively: • Follows written and verbal directions • Provides exemplary customer service to residents, peers, families, managers, and visitors.
• Reports any changes in physical or mental conditions on a timely basis • Follows all company, facility and state policies and procedures.
• Attends staff meetings, in-services, inter-disciplinary team and committee meetings as assigned.
• Exercises keen observations of noise, odors, cleanliness, etc.
Cooperates with other staff members in all departments to ensure quality environmental conditions for the residents and staff 4.
Documents resident information timely, accurately and confidentially according to the procedures.
• Documents changes and notification to POA and doctor; performs comprehensive assessments as assigned.
• Verifies change-over MARS/TARS are correctly updated and necessary changes are made to new MAR/TAR by the 1st of each month 5.
Adheres to the guidelines as outlined in the Resident Rights documentation.
• Knows resident rights and helps the residents exercise and/or protect their rights.
• Reports resident complaints to supervisor in charge, maintains confidentiality.
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Adheres to all policies and procedures as outlined under the Safety & Compliance policies and procedures • Responsible for ensuring that residents are safe • Demonstrates proper use of equipment.
Reports equipment needs or repairs.
• Uses protective equipment, follows infection control protocol standards, policies and procedures • Practices universal precautions and life safety measures.
In return, National Church Residences offers an excellent total reward package that includes: Medical & Rx (both PPO & HDHP w/HSA) – including coverage for Fertility Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Pet Insurance Flexible Spending accounts for health, dependent care, transportation and parking Parental Leave for 4-weeks @ 100% pay Short & Long-term Disability coverage – 100% company-paid Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Access to Urbansitter.
com for child/elder care needs with a stipend Reimbursement for Tuition expenses Employee Discounts including Tickets, Retail, etc.
Well-being Programs including EAP, Tobacco Cessation, Weight-loss, Women’s Reproductive support, and more 401(a) & 403(b) Retirement plans with an automatic 3% company contribution plus another 3% matching contribution *Programs may vary depending on Full Time, Part Time or Contingent status Want to know more? We can’t wait to tell you! Apply today! Want to know more? We can’t wait to tell you! Apply today! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.