Lead LPN — Resident Care Supervisor

Elderwood; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

HRA & FSA

Paid Time Off

Referral Program

Career Growth

Supportive Leadership

Collaborative Team

Low-Acuity Residents

Compassionate Workplace

Job summary

Elderwood Village at Colonie is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as a Resident Care Supervisor. You will oversee medication administration, supervise aides, and partner with the Director of Nursing to maintain high-quality, person-centered care for residents in a warm, 94-bed assisted living setting.

New graduates are welcome to apply. The role combines clinical nursing with leadership responsibilities in a supportive team, offering growth opportunities and a compassionate work

Qualifications

• Current State license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Experience in geriatric nursing preferred.
• English language proficiency at intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Supervise/administer and/or assist with medications to residents; monitor self-medication participants.
• Monitor personal care provided by Resident Assistants.
• Assist Resident Assistants with direct resident care as needed.
• Report changes in condition to the Director of Nursing and track progress.
• Follow each resident's care plan.
• Manage controlled substances storage and documentation.
• Maintain care records in Case Notes and MARs.
• Assist in problem-solving staffing and supply issues during shift.
• Ensure resident care standards and respect residents' rights and preferences.
• Receive and store lost/found items and notify supervisors.
• Ensure residents are treated with respect and kindness.

Skills

Compassionate

Resident-focused

Clinical decision-making

Leadership

Calm

Organized

Dependable

Older adult care

Person-centered care

Education

LPN license

Job description

Elderwood Village at Colonie is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as a Resident Care Supervisor. You will oversee medication administration, supervise aides, and partner with the Director of Nursing to maintain high-quality, person-centered care for residents in a warm, 94-bed assisted living setting.

New graduates are welcome to apply. The role combines clinical nursing with leadership responsibilities in a supportive team, offering growth opportunities and a compassionate work