LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Team Leader

Salary

Pay: $27.00 - $35.54 / hour

Overview

Be the reason someone feels safe, seen, and cared for.

At Elderwood, being an LPN is more than a job - it’s the work that defines someone’s day. You are the person who notices the small changes. The one who brings comfort, dignity, and human connection into every interaction.

If you take pride in caring for others and want to be part of a team that truly values what you do, we want to meet you.

 

Whether you’re looking for stability and consistency - or maximum flexibility - we offer options that fit your life. We are hiring:

• Full-Time LPNs (benefit eligible)

• Part-Time LPNs(benefit eleigble)

• Per Diem LPNs through Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS)

One application. Multiple pathways.

Option 1: Join the Core Team at Elderwood:

Looking for consistency, routine, and a team you can truly belong to? As an LPN on a Core Team, you’ll:

• • Provide compassionate ADL support

  • Build meaningful resident relationships

  • Work alongside a stable, collaborative nursing team

  • Be part of a facility rooted in the local community

Full-Time & Part-Time Benefits Include:

• • Competitive pay + shift differentials

  • Access to Compensation Programs like Pay-In-Lieu of Benefits to EARN maximum dollar

  • Access to a Comprehensive Health package:   Medical, Dental, Vision

  • PTO - Paid Time Off

  • 401(k) with Employer Matching

  • Access to Tuition Assistance Programs:  Advance your career from LPN → RN (now incudes MSNs)

Option 2: Prefer Flexibility? Work Per Diem with ESS

Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS) is our internal clinical float pool designed for experienced LPNs who want flexibility and premium opportunities. Through ESS, you can:

• • Choose per diem scheduling

  • Shift differentials up to $3.00/hr depending on shift/day

  • Work at multiple Elderwood locations if desired

  • Gain exposure across facilities, leaders, teammates, and environments.

  • Maintain preferred status for internal career growth

ESS Requirements:

• • Current NYS LPN License

  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience

  • Commitment to:

    • 4 shifts per month

    • At least 2 weekend shifts monthly

    • 2 major holidays per year

  • Ideal for LPNs who want control over their schedule without leaving the Elderwood network.

 

Make a Difference Every Shift.

This is hands-on work that matters - to residents, families, and your team.

If you take pride in what you do and want to work in a supportive environment, apply today.

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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.

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.