Nursing Program Supervisor at Sevita

Knoxville, TN 37916

About the Job

D&S Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Nursing LPN Program Supervisor

Are you an experienced LPN/LVN looking to advance into a supervisory role? As Nursing Supervisor LPN/LVN, you will manage the LPN/LVN staff, including the administration of medications, performance of physicals, provision of treatments, and scheduling of medical appointments in collaboration with a Registered Nurse.

Manage direct care staff including performance evaluations, scheduling, orientation, training, and ongoing support; resolve employee relations issues as needed; make decisions related to employment
Coordinate the assignment of work of facility staff and evaluate performance
Monitor the health and medical condition of individuals served to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Supervise the administration of proper medications according to established guidelines; maintain documentation on all medications given
Provide treatment and/or health care procedures as specified in physicians’ orders and/or as determined by the team
Make referrals for appropriate medical services and schedule appointments as needed; attend medical appointments with individuals served to promote positive outcomes
Assist in the performance of quarterly and annual physicals; monitor weight gain or loss and update medical records regularly
Maintain contact with families and keep them informed about the individual’s medical condition, nutritional needs, medications, etc.
Complete the intake of medication deliveries from the pharmacy by receiving medications and comparing with physicians’ orders and medication administration records
Monitor budgets for assigned areas; manage activities to ensure financial goals are met
Monitor budget variances and implement corrective action plans as needed

Qualifications:

Associate degree from a two-year college or technical school with current LPN and CPR licensure
Two years of related experience
Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license if required by state
Valid driver’s license in good standing
Strong leadership skills with ability to build rapport with others
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Self-motivated and detail-oriented with ability to multi-task

Why Join Us?

Full compensation/benefits package for employees working 30+ hours/week
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holiday pay
Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of coworkers
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities

Come join our amazing team of committed, caring professionals. Apply Today!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.