Elderwood·Eggertsville, New York
Manage daily clinical care for residents and sub-acute patients while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards. Responsibilities include administering medications, supervising nursing assistants, and documenting patient progress.
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 From Up to
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.
A current state LPN or RN license is required, with a preference for experience in geriatric settings. Candidates must possess physical stamina and the ability to communicate effectively in English.
Market context
New York LPN openings are typically steady in hospitals, long-term care, and geriatric settings, where employers look for licensed nurses who can keep pace with constant patient activity. These roles can be competitive because facilities often value current licensure, clear English communication, and prior geriatric experience, while offering benefits such as medical, dental, vision, shift differentials, and a 401(k) match. Before applying, confirm your license status and highlight any hands-on elder care experience; this platform AI-summarizes requirements and benefits from the original job description so you can review key details faster.
