What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Supervisor (LPN) – Pine Valley position at Lutheran Homes Inc?
Available Shifts (2):
- Evening Shift: 2:00P – 10:00P
- Night Shift: 10:00P – 6:00A
WHO YOU ARE
You are an experienced LPN who leads with compassion, accountability, and confidence. You bring clinical skill, supervisory experience, and a strong commitment to resident-centered care. You value teamwork, communication, and coaching others to grow in their practice. You stay calm under pressure, think critically, and lead by example - modeling professionalism, integrity, and a resident-first mindset.
You are energized by supporting residents, guiding staff, collaborating across departments, and ensuring high-quality care and compliance standards are consistently met.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As the Nursing Supervisor, you oversee daily nursing operations, provide hands-on clinical support, and ensure residents receive safe, effective, and dignified care. You coordinate staffing, monitor resident conditions, support care delivery, and coach nursing staff in their performance.
Resident Care & Clinical Oversight
- Coordinate, supervise, and evaluate resident care; provide direct care as needed.
- Conduct goal-directed resident rounds to monitor condition, care delivery, safety, and infection control practices.
- Receive and respond to reports of changes in resident condition and initiate appropriate follow-up.
- Support admissions, room changes, transfers, and discharges for a smooth transition of care.
- Make physician calls and provide nursing consultation for resident-specific needs.
Staff Leadership & Development
- Supervise, coach, and support CNAs, QMAs, LPNs, and RNs during assigned shifts.
- Assist with staffing assignments and floating to ensure appropriate coverage.
- Lead by example through bedside support, mentoring, and on-the-floor education ("at-the-elbow" coaching).
- Contribute to onboarding and training; identify development needs and encourage growth.
Quality, Compliance & Documentation
- Monitor care practices to ensure compliance with state, federal, regulatory, and HIPAA standards.
- Audit documentation and communicate findings to DON/ADON.
- Participate in QAPI, PIPs, and improvement efforts around falls, skin integrity, nutrition, pain, infections, readmissions, etc.
- Support infection control, medication practices, and safe use of equipment and lifting devices.
Collaboration, Communication & Team Culture
- Actively participate in IDT and departmental meetings; communicate updates as needed.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to support timely resident care needs.
- Promote a positive environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Report concerns, risks, complaints, or safety issues promptly to DON/ADON.
Safety & Emergency Response
- Maintain a safe work environment and monitor compliance with safety practices.
- Support emergency response efforts and document incident/accident reports as required.
WHAT YOU NEED
Education & Licensure
- LPN with a current Indiana license required; RN preferred.
- Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in long-term care preferred.
- Prior supervisory or charge nurse experience strongly preferred.
Skills & Attributes
- Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills.
- Effective communication, organization, and interpersonal leadership.
- Understanding of aging, long-term care best practices, and resident rights.
- Ability to coach, mentor, and support team growth.
WHY JOIN US?
We believe our team deserves to feel valued, supported, and inspired—both at work and beyond. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and meaningful benefits package designed to help you thrive:
✨ Celebrate You
- Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday every year - because you deserve it!
- Receive holiday double pay when working any of our 14 recognized holidays.
🌱 Time to Recharge
- Earn up to 17 days of PTO in your first year - with more as you grow.
- Shift differentials are available to reward your hard work during evenings, nights, and weekends.
🩺 Health & Wellness
- Access medical, dental, and vision insurance - starting within just 30 days.
- Life insurance and short-term disability coverage to protect you and your family.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support when you need it most.
🎓 Invest in Your Future
- Take advantage of education assistance, including our Achieve Your Degree program (in partnership with Ivy Tech).
- Plan ahead with a 403(b)-retirement savings plan, complete with employer match.
*Benefits listed above are eligible based upon position status & hours worked.