Lead LPN: Resident-Centered Care & Growth

Signature HealthCARE; Pine Knot (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) & Roth 401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Uniform Allowance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Signature HealthCARE in McCreary County is seeking a dedicated LPN/LVN to provide direct nursing care, administer medications, and support residents in a skilled nursing setting. You will supervise nursing assistants, document care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure individualized care plans and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes compassionate, resident-centered care, strong clinical skills, and opportunities for professional growth within Signature HealthCARE's

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Minimum one (1) year of clinical nursing experience; long-term care experience, preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role, preferred.
• Strong clinical observation, medication administration, and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of Federal and State long-term care regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound clinical judgment.
• Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and skilled nursing procedures.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and ensure comfort, dignity, and safety at all times.
• Supervise and direct nursing assistants and medication aides during the assigned shift in accordance with facility policies and regulations, as applicable.
• Monitor and observe residents' physical and emotional status; notify the attending physician and responsible party of any change in condition.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation per facility policy and procedure.
• Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, staff education, and regulatory surveys as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Medication administration

ADL assistance

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

EHR systems

MS Office

Clinical judgment

Education

LPN/LVN license

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Signature HealthCARE in McCreary County is seeking a dedicated LPN/LVN to provide direct nursing care, administer medications, and support residents in a skilled nursing setting. You will supervise nursing assistants, document care, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure individualized care plans and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes compassionate, resident-centered care, strong clinical skills, and opportunities for professional growth within Signature HealthCARE's