LPN Unit Manager Assistant

Responsibilities

• Aid in the oversight of resident care, assessments, care planning, and nursing services on the assigned unit
• Support and supervise nursing staff, nursing assistants, and unit personnel under the direction of the Unit Manager
• Maintain awareness of resident conditions and promptly notify providers of changes, abnormal results, and care needs
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of physician orders, medications, treatments, laboratory work, and documentation
• Conduct rounds, review reports, address resident needs, and communicate pertinent information during shift changes
• Participate in care plan meetings, family meetings, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Complete quality assurance audits and support quality improvement initiatives
• Coordinate appointments, transportation, referrals, and continuity of care across disciplines
• Aid in staff education, orientation, policy implementation, and performance management
• Maintain unit supplies, address environmental concerns, track infection control and immunization records, and ensure regulatory compliance
• Respond appropriately to medical, behavioral, and emergency situations
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Unit Manager or Supervisor

Requirements

• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's Degree preferred
• Minimum experience requirement: 1 year of experience as an LPN in a long-term care setting; 3–5 years of LPN experience in long-term care with supervisory experience preferred
• Valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License required
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and care planning skills
• Ability to supervise, coach, and support nursing staff
• Excellent communication, leadership, and customer service skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, infection control practices, and quality assurance processes
• Ability to collaborate effectively with residents, families, providers, and interdisciplinary teams