Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Elderwood•West Seneca, NY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood Assisted Living at West Seneca is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses, LPNs, (also known as Resident Care Supervisors) to join our team of clinicians and caretakers. This LPN position is responsible for assisting with medications and monitoring the personal care services provided by Resident Assistants; and reporting care and change in condition of residents to staff of next shift and Director of Nursing. Compensation Package includes Base Rate + Shift Differential + Opt Out (+11%)

Requirements

Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse with a current State license required.
Organizational skills and ability to supervise department staff effectively and work well with personnel of other departments required; ensures high standards of care are maintained.
This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors.
In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Experience in geriatric nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise/Administer and/or assist with medications to assigned residents; monitor monthly residents participating in self-medication program.
Monitor the personal care provided by Resident Assistants.
Assist Resident Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
Report to Director of Nursing change in condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
Follow the plan of care for each resident.
Responsible for all aspects of receiving, storing and distributing controlled substance medications; ensure proper placement and use of medication stored by facility including med cart and medication room refrigerator.
Maintain documentation regarding the provision of care to residents in the Case Notes, Medication Administration Records and other required records.
Assist in problem-solving related to staffing, supplies and resident care during shift.
Ensure that resident care standards are maintained in performance of duties, and that the rights of residents and preferences in care and treatment are respected.
Receive and store lost/found articles and notify the Director of Nursing and/or Case Manager
Ensure that residents are treated with respect and kindness at all times