About Lakewood Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.About the DepartmentOur Care Center team focuses on providing exceptional long-term care to residents. We collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure residents receive quality, personalized care that aligns with their unique needs and preferences.Mission for PositionLead and coordinate the delivery of high-quality, person-centered care while supporting and supervising the clinical care team to meet the needs of residents in a long-term care setting. Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct rounds to monitor resident safety, infection control, and quality of care.
- Respond to emergent situations requiring RN intervention.
- Coordinate resident care plans and ensure appropriate care delivery.
- Communicate updates and changes in resident conditions to families and the care team.
- Supervise LPNs, TMAs, and CRAs to ensure compliance with care standards and policies.
- Adjust staffing based on unit needs and resident care requirements.
- Complete and review documentation, including interventions, care plans, and physician orders.
- Assist with the admission and discharge process, ensuring all assessments and care plans are completed.
- Monitor quality indicators such as pressure ulcers, psychotropic medication use, and fall prevention.
- Participate in root cause analysis and quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and long-term care regulatory requirements.
Position Type
- Full-Time, Monday-Friday 8:30-5, 40 hours per week.
- Additional pay for on-call, weekend shifts, and holidays as applicable.
QualificationsQualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current RN licensure in the State of Minnesota.
- Experience in leadership preferred.
- Experience in long-term, transitional, and hospice care preferred.
Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrates attention to detail in care coordination and documentation
- Effectively supervises and leads a team in a fast-paced care environment
- Communicates clearly and professionally with residents, families, and team members
- Exhibits strong organizational and critical thinking skills
BenefitsLakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!
- Generous Flex Time Off & Wellness Time Off
- 401K Match
- Student loan forgiveness opportunities available
- Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
- Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
- Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!
With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!Next StepsInterested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?>>>Contact Ashley Wallgren to discuss the possibilities further: Ashley Wallgren, Care Center Director P: 218-###-####E:
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