LPN - Dementia Care, Long-Term | Growth Path

Rochester Regional Health; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 41,755 - 50,254; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition assistance

Pension

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for DeMay Living Center to provide professional patient care in a long-term care environment. You will be responsible for medication administration and monitoring care provided by CNAs while ensuring accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited nursing program, possess a current New York licensure, and preferably have at least a year of experience. Competitive pay and benefits, including tuition assistance and advancement opportunities, are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience preferred.
• Current licensure in the State of New York.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional patient care to long-term and post-acute care residents.
• Direct and monitor the care provided by CNAs.
• Ensure proper documentation and recording.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

Documentation skills

Leadership

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

Graduate from accredited School of Practical Nursing

Tools

Computerized medical record process

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Department: Long Term Care Dementia Unit
Location: DeMay Living Center
Hours Per Week: 36
Schedule: Evenings, 2:00pm-10:00pm Every other weekend

Signing Bonus: Up to $15,000

Why Join DeMay Living Center?

Competitive Pay & Incentives

Shift differentials ranging from $1.50-$4.00 per hour

Incentive opportunities

Overtime paid at time-and-a-half

Strong benefits package, with retirement options

Career Growth & Development

Tuition assistance available and student loan assistance programs

Clear opportunities for career advancement into leadership roles

Up to $10,000 in tuition assistance for BSN to MSN advancement

Hands-On Clinical Experience

Diverse caseload including vent unit, dementia, long-term care, and short-term rehab

Includes a rehabilitation unit modeled after a med-surg setting

Build strong, well-rounded clinical skills

Supportive Team Environment

Join a team committed to your success

Meaningful work delivering high-quality patient care every day

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide professional patient care to long-term and post-acute care residents. You will direct and monitor the care provided by CNAs and consistently ensure proper documentation and recording is taking place. Your ability to lead is crucial in both the success of the CNAs and the care of the patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for timely, accurate medication administration of assigned team and concurrent required documentation.
• Performs treatments and documents progress of same as per physician orders and facility protocol.
• Assures concise, pertinent and complete resident care documentation using computerized medical record process. Assures the initiation of appropriate care pathway tools.
• Directs CNA assigned to the team in the timely completion of quality individualized personal care in compliance with resident's individual care plans. Ensures CNA documentation is accurate and complete.
• Responsible for receiving/giving relevant reports, both written and verbal from/to appropriate staff as per departmental protocols.
• Contacts physicians, transcribes orders and follows up with appropriate action to institute orders in timely manner.
• Assures proper monitoring of residents and relevant condition status are reported to charge nurse/supervisor and/or physicians in a timely manner.
• Completes pre-reviews of medication administration records as per facility protocols.
• Completes required MDS documentation and all related observations in a timely manner.
• Supports CNA team through assisting in direct ADL care of residents.

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
1 year experience preferred.

Required Licensure / Certification Skills:
Current licensure in the State of New York.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)
• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PAY RANGE: $30.31 - $36.48