Position Overview: The LPN Assisted Living Nurse Supervisor plays a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and quality of care for residents within an assisted living facility. This position combines clinical expertise with supervisory responsibilities, overseeing a team of nursing staff while directly engaging in patient care. The LPN Assisted Living Nurse Supervisor ensures compliance with healthcare regulations, maintains high standards of care, and fosters a supportive and compassionate environment for both residents and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision and Leadership:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing staff, including Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Med Techs and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
• Conduct regular team meetings, trainings, and performance evaluations to optimize staff performance and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, promoting teamwork and effective communication among staff members.

Clinical Oversight:

• Oversee the delivery of nursing care to residents, ensuring it aligns with individualized care plans, physician orders, and best practices.
• Monitor residents' health status and response to treatments, intervening as necessary and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
• Administer medications, perform nursing assessments, and provide direct care to residents as needed, maintaining proficiency in nursing skills and protocols.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay abreast of federal, state, and local regulations governing assisted living facilities and nursing practice, ensuring full compliance with all applicable standards.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and audits, collaborating with administrative staff to address any deficiencies and implement corrective actions promptly.

Resident Advocacy and Support:

• Serve as an advocate for residents, addressing their concerns, preferences, and needs with empathy and respect.
• Act as a liaison between residents, their families, and healthcare providers, facilitating communication and ensuring continuity of care.
• Promote resident independence and autonomy while providing assistance and support as required.

Quality Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for quality improvement in nursing care delivery, infection control, medication management, and resident safety.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives, collect and analyze data to evaluate outcomes, and make recommendations for enhancements to policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Florida.
• Prior experience working in assisted living, long-term care, or a similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong leadership abilities with demonstrated experience in supervising and mentoring staff.
• Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in medication administration and basic nursing procedures.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards for assisted living facilities.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to resident care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.