LPN Hospice Unit Coordinator

Living Legends; Nashville (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Weekly or Same-Day Pay

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Retirement Savings Options

Job summary

Northgate Health Care Facility, part of The McGuire Group, is seeking an LPN Unit Coordinator of Hospice to lead a nursing unit and ensure high-quality resident care. You will oversee daily clinical operations, supervise staff, and coordinate with physicians, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

Qualified candidates will hold an NYS LPN license with at least 1 year in long-term care and have supervisory experience. Sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
• Minimum 1 year LPN experience in long-term care.
• 3–5 years LTC experience with supervisory responsibility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of resident care planning, clinical documentation, and LTC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the clinical care and daily operations of the Hospice unit.
• Supervise nursing staff, nursing assistants, and unit support staff with leadership.
• Monitor resident conditions, review assessments, and ensure updated care plans.
• Coordinate communication with physicians, nurse practitioners, PAs, residents, and families.
• Review labs, orders, incidents, and changes in residents’ condition.
• Participate in care plan meetings, QAPI activities, and interdisciplinary discussions.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and outside appointments coordination.
• Ensure unit supplies and resident records are accurate and up-to-date.
• Support staff education, infection prevention efforts, and quality improvement.
• Address resident, family, and staff concerns to promote a positive care environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Northgate Health Care Facility
7264 NASH ROAD
TONAWANDA, NY 14120, USA

• Pay or shift range: $32 USD to $34 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, shift, benefit selection or other job-related reasons.

Description

LPN Unit Coordinator of Hospice
Rate: $32 - $34/hour (depending on experience)
Sign-on Bonus: Up to $3,000
Shift: Full-Time 7am-3pm M-F

Northgate Health Care Facility is looking to add an LPN Unit Coordinator of Hospiceto its nursing leadership team. In this role, you'll oversee the daily clinical operations of an assigned nursing unit, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective coordination among residents, families, providers, and interdisciplinary team members. If you're an experienced LPN with strong leadership skills and a passion for resident-centered care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in North Tonawanda, NY, Northgate Health Care Facility is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. Recognized with a CMS 4-Star Overall Rating, Northgate is committed to delivering high-quality care while fostering a supportive and team-oriented workplace. Our employees are empowered to grow professionally, build meaningful relationships with residents, and make a positive impact every day. Join a team where compassion, collaboration, and excellence are at the heart of what we do.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the clinical care and daily operations of the Hospice unit
• Supervise nursing staff, nursing assistants, and unit support staff while providing leadership and guidance
• Monitor resident conditions, review assessments, and ensure care plans are updated and implemented appropriately
• Coordinate communication with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, residents, and families
• Review laboratory results, provider orders, incident reports, and changes in resident condition
• Participate in care plan meetings, QAPI activities, family meetings, and interdisciplinary team discussions
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and coordination of outside appointments
• Ensure unit supplies, documentation, and resident records are accurate and current
• Support staff education, orientation, infection prevention efforts, and quality improvement initiatives
• Address resident, family, and staff concern while promoting a positive care environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred
• Valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License required
• Minimum 1 year of LPN experience in a long-term care setting required
• 3-5 years of long-term care experience with supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of resident care planning, clinical documentation, and long-term care regulations
• Leadership experience with the ability to supervise, coach, and mentor staff
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to coordinate care across multiple disciplines and manage competing priorities
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-centered care

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time
• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Retirement Saving Options

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CPR

LPN

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