LPN - Resident Care Supervisor
Overview
Lead with Compassion. Care with Purpose. Whether you're an experienced LPN looking for a more relationship-focused nursing environment or a newly licensed nurse eager to build confidence in your clinical skills, Elderwood Village at Colonie offers a rewarding opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference every day. Our beautifully renovated 94-bed assisted living community provides a warm, resident-centered environment where nurses have the opportunity to truly get to know the people they care for. Here, you'll enjoy the balance of clinical nursing, leadership, and meaningful resident relationships—all within a collaborative and supportive team.
Position Overview
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), also known as a Resident Care Supervisor, you'll oversee the delivery of high-quality resident care while supporting Resident Care Aides and ensuring safe medication administration. Working closely with the Director of Nursing and interdisciplinary team, you'll help residents maintain their independence while providing the clinical oversight needed to ensure their health, comfort, and well-being. New graduate nurses are encouraged to apply!
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
Qualifications
- Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse with a current State license required.
- Experience in geriatric nursing preferred.
- Organizational skills and ability to supervise department staff effectively and work well with personnel of other departments required; ensures high standards of care are maintained.