PT Weekend Track Nights LPN- Hawthorne Ridge- Assisted Living

Part-time night shift position on a weekend track (12-hour shifts every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM).

About the role

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Hawthorne Ridge, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our residents. This is an incredibly rewarding position where you can make a real difference for individuals who need a little extra assistance in a residential setting designed for those with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, and other related dementias.

Eddy Hawthorne Ridge is a 66-bed assisted living community on 14 beautiful acres in East Greenbush, New York. LPNs are responsible for medications, treatments, and staff oversight under the direction of the RN, bringing trust, comfort, and empathy to all resident interactions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Trinity/SPHP Vision, Mission, and Values in all encounters with residents and families.
• Adhere to the SPHP Code of Conduct and demonstrate accountability as an individual and team member.
• Provide direct and indirect care under the direction of an RN, including procedures, treatments, and related duties within the NYS Scope of Practice for an LPN.
• Deliver compassionate, person-centered care while fostering dignity and independence for each resident.
• Conduct daily medication administration with accuracy and care in accordance with physician orders and facility guidelines.
• Provide leadership for the care team during your shift, including guidance and support.
• Collaborate closely with resident assistants, other nurses, and management in a cooperative, respectful environment.
• Complete required documentation promptly and accurately to support resident care.
• Consult with the RN on any changes in a care plan or schedule and communicate with residents and their families about their care plan.
• Attend and actively participate in in-servicing, orienting, and educational activities.

Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate.
• Must graduate from a nursing education program acceptable to the New York State Education Department (NYSED).
• Must be licensed with current registration in New York.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift for long periods of time.
• Ability to read and write using medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of computers, including electronic medication administration records, processing orders, checking email, and completing required in-servicing.
• Visual and auditory acuity adequate to perform observations and patient care.
• Ability to maintain composure and positivity in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to promote physical, cognitive, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.
• Ability to work with residents in a highly personal manner during stages of acute and chronic illness.

Pay

Pay range: $24.00–$30.10 per hour, with shift differentials of $4.00 per hour and $8.00 per hour on weekends. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates.