LPN Unit Coordinator - McGuire Group Health Care Facilities : Job Details

LPN UNIT COORDINATOR RATE: $28-$30 (depending on experience and unit acuity) SHIFT: 3PM-11PM, Every Other Weekend BENEFITS: * Sign-on Bonus up to $7,500 * Weekly Paychecks * Same-Day Pay Options * Paid Time Off * Health, Dental, Life Insurance * Referral Bonus up to $500/referral * Retirement/401k * Van Transportation Service to Northgate (North Tonawanda) JOB DESCRIPTION: A Unit Coordinator is responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of all residents on a specific nursing unit. They will oversee the day-to-day clinical activities of health care personnel, such as LPNs and CNAs, while maintaining a safe environment for residents. The Unit Coordinator will interpret patient information and make critical decisions. They administer medication, wound care and other personalized interventions. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to the adult and geriatric population in the planning and delivery of care * Demonstrates knowledge, skills and techniques necessary to care for residents with the following needs: therapeutic, neuro and dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, infectious disease, wound care, end of life care, if applicable * Assures completion of a comprehensive nursing evaluation of a resident's physical, emotional and mental status upon admission/re-admission and when indicated, as well as appropriate follow-up as indicated by the evaluation. * Attends various facility meetings (QAPI, morning report, care plan, wound, etc) as invited or required * Attends all required in-services * Supervises the staff nurses, nursing rehab assistants, certified nursing assistants, unit clerks (if applicable), and completes annual and probationary evaluations of same * Supervises the staff nurses in the administration and documentation of medications, treatments and other nursing services, ensure that the medical record reflects progress and the current condition of the resident at all times * Issues appropriate preliminary disciplinary action to nursing staff as necessary * Receives report from previous shift, makes rounds and assesses the needs of the residents/patients * Reports to oncoming shift staff nurse/unit coordinator/RN Supervisor any pertinent information regarding residents * Tracks and maintains immunization and infection control logs * Makes appropriate referrals to the dentist, optometrist, podiatrist, psychiatrist, social worker and specialized therapies to meet the resident's needs as indicated * Ability to adjust to changes in unit/shift assignments and meet the resident and facility needs * Displays optimism fostering a spirit of teamwork, positive attitude and conflict resolution among co-workers. Interacts positively with residents, family members and visitors in all circumstances * Interacts with insurance companies to ensure that benefits are provided as indicated * Maintains resident rights * Maintains HIPAA privacy, security and confidentiality standards * Follows all established policies and procedures * Maintains Corporate Compliance standards * Contributes to facility Quality Assurance Performance Improvement initiatives * Completes any other duties as assigned by Supervisor REQUIREMENTS: * Completed Nursing Program training * Valid NYS Licensed Practical Nursing License * Experience in long-term care facility preferred * No findings or convictions of resident abuse, mistreatment and misappropriation of property * Able to interpret patient information and make critical decisions about necessary actions * Ability to supervise and work well with and show respect toward other health care personnel (i.e., CNAs, LPNs, physicians, etc.), residents and their family members * Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions * Respect for residents' privacy and rights; display of genuine concern and empathy for the elderly * Able to perform tasks while upholding high standards of quality, cleanliness and kindness * Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds ABOUT US: The McGuire Group is a portfolio of six health care facilities in New York state, including: Autumn View Health Care Facility in Hamburg; Brookhaven Health Care Facility in East Patchogue; Garden Gate Health Care Facility in Cheektowaga; Harris Hill Nursing Facility in Williamsville; Northgate Health Care Facility in North Tonawanda and Seneca Health Care Center in West Seneca. We're proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, Taconic Health Care and VestraCare. Our team is comprised of charismatic, smile-bringing, lifesaving, compassionate caregivers who love to make a difference in the lives of our residents. Together, we have the privilege of caring for and learning from more than 2,800 extraordinary legends while providing them with superior levels of nursing and rehabilitative services. Our collective stories: our legends are what help define our organization and the outstanding care we provide. We are Legends Caring for Legends, and we invite you to join our team! #NG