LPN Nurse Coordinator

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus Offered*

BENEFITS OF JOINING TEAM OAC:

• Personal satisfaction from serving others
• Competitive pay
• Paid Training
• Great Benefits: Medical, Pharmacy, Vision, Dental, Disability, Employee Assistance Program and Life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Multiple Shift Options
• Bonus Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Professional Growth Opportunities
  - Career Path to RN for LPNs
• 403(b) Retirement Savings plan

SUMMARY

Provides nursing care and follow-up on all client’s nursing and medical issues. Assist the Health Services Director with managing the Nursing Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Audit MARs for any medical changes.
• Communicate new orders to nurses. Monitor and ensure orders are properly entered into the software.
• Assist in ensuring clients have all required medications.
• Train all new nursing personnel as directed by the Health Services Director (HSD) or RN Supervisor.
• Check the Individual Support Plan (ISP) Schedule and attend ISPs as assigned by the HSD or RN Supervisor.
• Assist with on-call responsibilities as assigned.
• Ensure client vitals are documented in the computer.
• Coordinate the ISP process as it relates to medical issues.
• Coordinate information regarding doctor’s orders.
• Review nursing notes daily and ensure accurate and thorough documentation.
• Assist with ensuring medical reports from Medical Providers are obtained and filed.
• Coordinate and monitor monthly, quarterly, and annual nursing documentation.
• Assist in the maintenance of medical records to ensure complete, accurate, and pertinent information of all health conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Assist medical providers with examinations as required.
• Notify the HSD/RN Supervisor and physician of client needs.
• Transcribe physician orders as required and review orders weekly to ensure the accuracy of transcription and administration of medication.
• Follow facility and pharmacy procedures for ordering and receiving medications.
• Ensure nurses are trained on the client’s Behavior Support Plan as required.
• Responsible for conducting LPN performance reviews and administering corrective actions with the final approval of the Health Services Director
• Assist with creating the nursing schedule and finding coverage for open shifts.
• Assist with training staff on client health concerns and Open Arms Care policies and procedures.
• Assist with inventory management (medical supplies, etc.).

• Attend Nursing staff meetings as scheduled.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program
• Current TN LPN license in good standing
• Current driver’s license
• CPR certification
• Ability to lift repetitively a minimum of 50 pounds; tasks may include lifting, repositioning, turning, bending, squatting etc

Physical Requirements:

• Leadership/Supervisory Skills
• Good presentation, oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to interpret and follow oral documented procedures, instructions and laws.

Open Arms Care Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or genetics.