LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Elderwood; City of Lockport (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off & holidays

Shift differentials

Flexible scheduling

Tuition assistance & full-tuition

Career advancement opportunities

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Elderwood at Lockport in Lockport, NY is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for full-time and part-time roles. You will provide attentive nursing care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and support residents' health, comfort, and independence in a resident-centered environment.

Shift differentials up to $2.25 per hour are available, with various scheduling options. Earn up to $34.13/hour with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid time off.

Qualifications

• LPN license required (state license in good standing).
• LPN training and geriatric setting experience preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Supervise nursing assistants in daily care tasks.
• Report changes in resident condition to supervisors.
• Follow Plan of Care and document care notes.
• Maintain secure storage and proper handling of medications.

Job description

Overview

LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse | Full-Time, Part-Time

Elderwood at Lockport | Lockport, NY

Shift Differentials up to +$2.25/Hour | Various Scheduling Options

Build your nursing career with a team that values sound clinical practice, dependable collaboration, and compassionate resident care. Elderwood at Lockport is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses for full-time and part-time opportunities. As an LPN, you’ll provide attentive nursing care, collaborate with residents’ interdisciplinary care teams, and help residents achieve the highest possible level of health, comfort, and independence.

Salary

up to $34.13 / hour

Opportunites

• Full-Time LPN: Regularly scheduled facility position with benefits eligibility
• Part-Time LPN: Consistent reduced schedule with benefits eligibility
• Per Diem LPN through Elderwood Staffing Solutions: Flexible scheduling and through Elderwood’s internal staffing team

Shift availability and scheduling options will be discussed during the interview process.

Build Your Nursing Career Close to Home

Elderwood at Lockport is conveniently located for LPNs throughout Lockport, Gasport, Middleport, Newfane, Wilson, Royalton, Niagara Falls, Wheatfield, Pendleton, Sanborn, North Tonawanda, and Amherst.

Join a local nursing team committed to clinical quality, professional development, and consistent resident-centered care.

Why Join Elderwood at Lockport?

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Shift differentials
• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Tuition assistance and full-tuition scholarship opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive nursing leadership
• Employee referral bonuses

Bring Your Nursing Experience to Elderwood

If you are an LPN who values teamwork, clinical responsibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for residents, we invite you to apply.

EOE 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.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five rights as applicable.
• Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
• Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
• Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
• Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.
• Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
• Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Skills/Competencies

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong decision making ability
• Proficient computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication

Qualifications

• Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state license required.
• LPN Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
• Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
• Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.
• Physical stamina for constant activity required.
• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE 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.