jobs in Bedford Corners, NY

Nursing Jobs in Bedford Corners, NY

Licensed Practical Nurse- Skilled Nursing

$35 - $39 / hour

This position is in Redding, CT Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark. Connect with your calling. Meadow Ridge is the premier life care retirement community in Fairfield County, located on 136 acres in beautiful Redding, Connecticut. Our goal, every day, is to make our residents feel at home, because when they are with us at Meadow Ridge, it is their home. In this unique and enriching environment, we offer Independent and Assisted Living apartment homes, as well as Ridge Crest, a skilled Health Center where we provide our residents with quality care and services. Ridge Crest, our 5-star Medicare rated short- and long-term nursing center received the highest rating from US News & World Report and is recognized as a Center of Excellence in Wound Management by Wound Care Specialists. Recognition by these distinguished institutions are a testament to the quality of care we provide. We are looking for a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team! As a Licensed Practical Nurse, your main role will be to deliver nursing care to our residents within a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment. You will be part of a team of dedicated, like-minded individuals whose support and camaraderie build community, and where long-lasting relationships with both associates and residents await. We are currently have an 11p -7am Full-Time LPN opportunity available! Hourly Wage Range $35 - $39 Generous Shift Differentials 2nd Shift $5; 3rd shift $6 and weekend $2 If you possess a dedication to assisting others, take immense pride in your work, and are looking for a remarkable company that aligns with those values, then this opportunity is made for you! Responsibilities Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents’ status. Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations. Direct and supervise the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants. Closely mentors, guides, and direct the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job. Coordinates care needs with community providers via an effective case management process. Effectively balance service demands with supporting resident independence. Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations. Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup. Requirements Current state license as an LPN and CPR certification Graduate of an approved LPN program (per state requirements) Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse preferred Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays Discounted Meal Program Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms Associate Referral Bonus Program Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match* Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off* *Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.