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Elderwood

LPN - Resident Care Supervisor

Elderwood, North Tonawanda, New York, United States

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LPN - Resident Care Supervisor

Location:

North Tonawanda, NY Salary:

$27.00 - $35.54 per hour Overview

At Elderwood, our mission is "People Caring for People". Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect & Excellence are at the core of everything we do. Position Overview

We’re seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Resident Care Supervisor – to join our clinical team. Whether you are a seasoned LPN or a graduate nurse, Assisted Living Communities offer rewarding experiences for all nurses. Responsibilities

Supervise, administer, and 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 any change in condition, daily needs, and progress of residents. Follow each resident’s plan of care. Responsible for 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. Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse with a current State license. Experience in geriatric nursing preferred. Organizational skills and ability to supervise department staff effectively and work well with personnel of other departments. Regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors; ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level. EEO Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Health Care Provider Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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