LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Team Leader

Salary

Starting at $28 / hourly

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurses – Join Elderwood at Lockport’s New Era of CareFull Time & Part Time Opportunities | Evening Shifts Available

 

If you’re a compassionate, team-focused LPN ready to grow your career in a supportive environment, Elderwood at Lockport is ready to welcome you. We’re entering an exciting new chapter with a highly respected Director of Nursing  — a leader known for building strong teams, supporting staff success, and fostering a collaborative culture.

This is your opportunity to join a facility with a long-standing reputation for quality care and be part of positive change from the start.

 

Pay Rates – Starting at $28/hour!Your experience may qualify you for even more — apply to find out!

 

Extra Earning Potential:

• +11% with Pay-in-Lieu-of-Benefits option

• Shift Differentials to boost your hourly rate

Shift Options (Every Other Weekend Required):

• Evenings: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Why LPNs Choose Elderwood at Lockport:

• Leadership you can believe in — a returning DON committed to staff growth and success

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs & Career Advancement Opportunities

• Employee Referral Bonuses – up to $2,000 per hire

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• PTO & Holiday Packages

• Full Suite of Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

• Shift Differentials for all shifts

• Free Uniforms

What You’ll Do as an LPN:

• Lead and coordinate daily clinical care for residents and sub-acute patients

• Plan, implement, and evaluate care to ensure the highest quality and compliance standards

• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to achieve the best outcomes for residents

• Build relationships with residents and families in a supportive, home-like environment

About Elderwood at Lockport:Nestled in a park-like setting near the historic Erie Canal, Elderwood at Lockport blends a friendly, family-like atmosphere with specialized programs in Rehab Services and Seasons Memory Care. Our rehab unit features a spacious therapy gym for physical, occupational, and speech therapy, while our memory care program delivers structured, personalized support.

 

 

Responsibilities

(LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse):

• 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

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Qualifications

(LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse):

• 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.

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