Licensed Practical Nurse LPN 3pm Clinical Manager

Fall River Healthcare
US - Massachusetts - Fall River
January 7, 2025

Job Overview Summary:

The Clinical Manager is responsible for the management of their assigned shift (3pm-11pm, 11am-7pm, Weekend) which includes integration, coordination and tracking of nursing and resident care. This position is responsible for ensuring that the management of the shift is consistent with the mission, vision, values and policies of the facility, as well as in accordance with accepted standards of practice, state and federal regulations and licensing requirements. This position reports directly to the Director of Nursing.

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

Duties:

Administrative:

Collaborate with the Director of Nursing in maintaining adequate nursing coverage
Conduct staff meetings to provide updates to staff per DON
Collaborate with other departments to provide timely, effective care consistent with individual's needs, choices and preferences
Participate in the facility's nursing committees as requested
Assume nursing administrative responsibilities of the facility for weekend and holiday coverage as requested

Clinical:

Monitor communication between licensed nursing staff and CNA's during and between shifts as warranted
Participate in shift to shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff
Make rounds on all units to assist with any issues or concerns as warranted
Monitor meals and assist as needed. Monitor nourishments and fluids as needed
Review the report book and check that any new problems, such as accidents, infections, or other new orders, have a corresponding care plan for each resident that addresses the problem
Complete any New Pressure Area Reports and send to the Director of Nursing and the Dietician as needed
Keep census current
Complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly and other tasks assigned for the day
Remove discontinued drugs from cart, determine if any are returnable, and follow procedure
Audit treatment and medication books to ensure compliance with task completion
Ensure assessments are being completed as scheduled
Update Care plans as warranted
Notify the DON of all incidents
Monitor lab results as needed
Ensure a discharge planning process is in place as warranted
Ensure complete and prompt reporting of incidents, accidents and adverse events to Administrator and Director of Nursing
Investigate resident/family complaints and take appropriate actions to bring to resolution
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

A graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current licensure by the state board of examiners of nurses in the facility's state. The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our residents and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs (Required). Prior experience in the long-term care environment (Preferred).

Knowledge and Skills:

Demonstrates leadership, organizational and critical thinking skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent management skills
Ability to work independently, problem solve and make decisions as necessary
Basic knowledge of computers
Ability to create a resident-centered environment
Knowledge of policies and procedures and state and federal regulations

Required Responsibilities:

Successful demonstration of cultural competence, work standards, quality work product, productivity, and job knowledge are standard expectations for all company employees.

Core Competencies:

Effective Communication
Caring
Adaptability/Flexibility
Confidentiality
Team Player
Dedication

Physical DemandsShoe the amount of time on-the-job in the following physical activities by checking the appropriate boxes below.Amount of Time

NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more

Stand x

Walk x

Sit x

Talk or hear x

Finger, handle or feet x

Push/pull x

Stop, kneel, crouch or crawl x

Reach with hands and arms x

Taste or smell x

This job requires that force be exerted by weight being lifted, carried, pushed, or pulled. Show how much and how often by checking the appropriate boxes below.

NoneOccasionally up to 1/3Frequently 1/3 to 2/3Constantly 2/3 or more

Up to 10 lbs x

Up to 20 lbs x

Up to 50 lbs x

Up to 100 lbs x

> 100 lbs x

This job has special vision requirements.

Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
No Special Vision Requirements

This job has special hearing requirements.

Ability to hear alarms on equipment
Ability to hear client call
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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