LPN Resident Care Lead - Assisted Living

Elderwood Administrative Services; Bellevue (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood At Cheektowaga Assisted Living seeks an experienced LPN to join its clinical team. The role supports resident care, including medication administration, and cares for residents across the day-to-day activities of daily living.

As Resident Care Supervisor/LPN, you will supervise staff, monitor resident needs, and report changes to the Director of Nursing. The position emphasizes compassionate, respectful care and adherence to care plans.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current State LPN license.
• Experience in geriatric nursing preferred.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills required.
• Communicate effectively in English with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise/Administer and/or assist with medications to assigned residents; monitor monthly residents participating in self-medication program.
• Monitor the personal care provided by Resident Assistants.
• Assist Resident Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
• Report to Director of Nursing change in condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
• Follow the plan of care for each resident.
• Responsible for all aspects of receiving, storing and distributing controlled substance medications; ensure proper placement and use of medication stored by facility including med cart and medication room refrigerator.
• Maintain documentation regarding the provision of care to residents in the Case Notes, Medication Administration Records and other required records.
• Assist in problem‑solving related to staffing, supplies and resident care during shift.
• Ensure that resident care standards are maintained in performance of duties, and that the rights of residents and preferences in care and treatment are respected.
• Receive and store lost/found articles and notify the Director of Nursing and/or Case Manager
• Ensure that residents are treated with respect and kindness at all times

Skills

LPN

Geriatric nursing

Supervisory experience

English communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license

Job description

Elderwood At Cheektowaga Assisted Living seeks an experienced LPN to join its clinical team. The role supports resident care, including medication administration, and cares for residents across the day-to-day activities of daily living.

As Resident Care Supervisor/LPN, you will supervise staff, monitor resident needs, and report changes to the Director of Nursing. The position emphasizes compassionate, respectful care and adherence to care plans.