LPN

About the Role

Loudonville Assisted Living residence is a well-respected, third-generation family-owned and operated business that has proudly served our senior community in upstate New York for over 50 years. We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to supervise residents and staff, ensuring safety, care, and compliance with state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating and managing residents' health needs with primary physicians, residents, care providers, and family members.
• Supervise the intake of new medical/medication orders, distribution, and discontinuing of residents' medications.
• Ensure accurate and appropriate charting in resident files.
• Implement and ensure continued compliance with policies and procedures.
• Oversee and direct duties of staff, including Medication Techs, Home Health Aides, PCAs, and CNAs.
• Maintain knowledge of care needs for all residents under the enhanced license.
• Meet customer service standards with a focus on resident satisfaction.
• Stay knowledgeable of State Regulations (DOH).
• Perform case management tasks as necessary.
• Monitor care needs and report changes in condition to the Program Manager.
• Participate in orientation, training, and retraining of staff/new hires.
• Monitor staff to ensure assignments and duties are completed.
• Identify staff training needs and assist with scheduling as needed.
• Assist resident care staff in providing care and recognizing illness.
• Maintain First Aid/CPR Certification.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Licensed LPN in good standing with the New York State Licensing Authority.
• Previous experience in care for seniors preferred.
• Case management experience.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

• Moderate to heavy physical effort (up to 50 pounds) related to lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Must routinely lift, carry, push, or pull a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Extended periods of walking or standing (on feet).
• Ability to cope with the physical and emotional stress of the position.
• Correctable eyesight to 20/40.
• Correctable hearing must be clear and acceptable at 5 feet.
• High-risk exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Schedule

This is a full-time hourly position with a 5-day on, 2-day off rotating schedule, including every other weekend.