LPN - Education Nurse - Evening/Night Shift

Company: Oxley Park Health & Rehab
Location: Lyons
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

We are a COVID-19 vaccinated workforce. New Associates must provide proof of vaccination prior to hire date.Join us atOxley Park Health & Rehab- a place where you'll be valued, recognized and rewarded for the vital work you do each day. We'll surround you with a strong team and leadership that supports every aspect of your life - both inside and outside of our centers. And you'll get to practice your passion in a non-profit, mission-driven organization that's known for the highest level of care in our communitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides in-service education to staff based on the organizations guidelines, state and federal requirements (i.e. quality assurance reports, survey reports, consultant reports, etc.).Maintains records of in-service programs and those in attendance.Provides in-service education to nursing assistants.Manages the Nurse Aide Training Program, if applicable.Maintains individual records of each associates attendance at required in-services.Prepares lesson plans containing objectives, course contents, method of instruction for each class scheduled and completed.Notifies associate's immediate supervisor when associate fails to attend required in-services.Prepares an annual schedule of planned in-service programs.Posts a monthly calendar of each in-service program in a timely manner.Maintains current in-service record of classes held and clinical performances of each nursing assistant.Assists CNA's with recertification forms and updates.Maintains an education profile for each Certified Nursing Assistant, listing each class attended, date, time period and evaluation of performance.May be required to train or coordinate certified training programs for Food Services, Housekeeping and Laundry.May be required to provide orientation training for new hires.May be required to verify reference checks on associates.May be required to assist in paper work for background checks and drug screens.May be required to serve on Quality Assurance Committee, Safety Committee and Infection Control Committee.May be required to implement Quality Assurance forms as needed.May be required to monitor Quality Assurance forms for departments.May be required to maintain TB updates and Hepatitis B updates on associates.Supervises classroom and clinical activities of nursing assistants.Schedules testing of Nurse Aide Training graduates.May be required to provide in-service education.May be required to participate in the associate's evaluation process by providing attendance records and observation of nursing performances to the Director of Nursing.Operates the education department program within the budget guidelines.Promotes the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication.Contributes to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.Performs other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.SKILLS AND ABILITIESProficient in using a computer, especially Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point.Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills requiredEffective and professional verbal, and written communication skillsCommunicates well with other associates, patients, family members, and visitors providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude. Responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSNursing Degree from an accredited college or university or is a graduate of an approved LPN program.An active LPN License to practice in the State of GeorgiaSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNone.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates of the organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. The ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.COMPUTER APPLICATION SKILLSThis job requires proficiency with the following computer applications:Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Excel Microsoft WordCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSPlease see minimum qualificationsPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to walk. Use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The associate is occasionally required to stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.EEO / M / F / D / V / Drug Free Workplace

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