Licensed Practical Nurse Charge Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse Charge Nurse

Lenbrook Square Foundation 3747 Peachtree Rd NE - Atlanta, GA 30319

Position Type Full Time Education Level Bachelors Degree Category Health Care

• Must have critical thinking skills to detect changes in condition and follow protocol for urgent and emergent care.
• Must provide quality immediate care to Residents who are medically unstable or injured.
• Demonstrate good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Report abnormal findings to Clinic Manager. Meet with resident family members, as necessary.
• Maintain records of Residents that are treated, prepare incident reports, and notify Family, POA and MD.
• Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Team to ensure appropriate follow-up and support is established.
• Handle queries of Residents, Families and MD after a Medical Incident.
• Demonstrate abilities to plan and organize workload.
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Promote excellent Customer Services to help create a positive work environment.
• Promote Associate and Resident satisfaction.
• Monitor and collaborate with Mender's By Lenbrook Team to ensure assignments are carried out as scheduled.
• Medication oversight
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and aptitude required:
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations for long-term care, assisted-living and continuing-care facilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents and families.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Must possess ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
• Ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
• Ability to supervise and manage resident care.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple tasks and demands.

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds with assistance

Education and experience required:
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse License
• Minimum of 3- 5 years nursing experience in Ambulatory Care or similar setting.
• CPR Certification