LPN Team Lead

OVERVIEW

Oversees and coordinates patient care activities of assigned nursing unit to maintain and enhance quality of patient care.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday.

Shift: Clinic hours unless needed otherwise.

Location:

Walworth Hospital & Medical Center.

• Perform duties of an LPN.
• Revise, develop and implement policies and procedures and monitor compliance.
• Interview, supervise and evaluate personnel of assigned units.
• Schedule unit personnel to assure efficient patient flow.
• Participate in planning and promoting public relations.
• Maintain flexibility to work alternate shifts.
• Manage departmentalized budgets involving staff and materials.
• Participate in planning and implementing PI's and Quality initiatives.
• Work overtime as required on a regular basis.

• Quality – Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; manages time and prioritizes effectively.
• Service – Responds promptly to requests; follows Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; meets commitments; maintains confidentiality and security agreements; shows respect for cultural differences; communicates effectively; thinks system‑wide.
• Partnering – Demonstrates commitment to Mercyhealth’s mission; exhibits objectivity and openness; participates and engages in daily work; seeks and gives feedback; embraces teamwork and encourages positive change.
• Cost – Conserves resources; understands fiscal responsibility; works within budget; develops cost‑saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

• Graduate of an accredited LPN Program OR Wisconsin: have completed the portion of the RN Program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing.
• Illinois: have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program.
• Three years of LPN experience in a clinical setting, preferably with supervisory experience.

• Valid Wisconsin LPN License.
• CPR Certification.
• AHA courses such as Heartsaver or Heart Code do not meet Mercyhealth standards.

Good interpersonal/communication skills; good analytical/interpretive skills; good organizational/implementation skills.

The special physical demands are considered essential job functions. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk and lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and color vision.

Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; ensuring adherence to annual education and certification requirements.

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification reimbursement
• Well‑being programs
• Employee discounts
• On‑Demand Pay
• Financial education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities