What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN- Resident Care Director position at Bentley at Lynchburg?
Job Title: LPN- Resident Care Director
Reports to: Executive Director
Summary: Coordinates and administers the service plan to meet the health needs of the residents and promote wellness. Supervises and delegates care to CNA's and RMA's within scope of practice. Responsible for the compliance of the nursng department to meet state regulations.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of Virginia Assisted Living regulations
- Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment
- Must be able to effectively communicate to residents, families and staff
- Responsible for hiring, training and retention of staff
- Valid LPN license with a minimum of 1 year of experience
- Effectively manage the day-to-day health and well being of our residents and coordinate care accordingly
- Supervise staff, including orientation of new staff, assignment of tasks, ongoing instruction and guidance, evaluations.
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Standards: Residents always come first. Their needs will be met unless there is a conflict with the needs of others or the organization as a whole. Employees will not work under the influence of mood-altering or illegal drugs or alcohol. Neat, professional appearance. Adherence to the dress code and good personal hygiene are expected. Understands and uses conflict resolution skills.
Working Behavior: Adhere to and carry out all policies and procedures to include evaluations and in-services. Report on-the-job injuries to the Supervisor before the end of work shift on the day the injury occurs. Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers, Residents, families and visitors. Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to Residents, facility operations and personnel. Promote facility in a positive way. Promote teamwork in providing services to Residents. Promote customer service. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Attend mandatory in-services. Maintain education requirements as defined by scope of practice, if applicable
- Provide or coordinate educational opportunities related to health issues of interest to the Residents.
- Role model geriatric care techniques to staff and educate as needed.
- Assist in completion of required documentation to meet federal and state guidelines.
- Assist with the development of a service plan for each Resident and ensure follow through and revision as needed.
- Collaborate and maintain routine communications with families and residents.