What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - 2nd Shift position at Field of Dreams Allegany?
At Field of Dreams, we are a warm, vibrant assisted living community dedicated to providing compassionate care and meaningful daily experiences for our residents. We are looking for a caring, dependable, and motivated team member who wants to make a difference every day. To learn more about our wonderful facility, visit: www.fieldofdreamsallegany.com
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and clinically skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our personal care team. This position is ideal for a nurse who is passionate about providing exceptional care to seniors living with dementia and other memory-related conditions. As a Memory Care LPN, you will play a vital role in supporting residents' physical, emotional, and behavioral needs while promoting dignity, comfort, and quality of life. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, patience, empathy, and the ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
Responsibilities Include:- Administering medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policies
- Monitoring resident health status and reporting changes in condition to the appropriate provider
- Completing documentation and care plan updates accurately and timely
- Supervising and supporting PCA and caregiving staff to ensure quality resident care
- Assisting with coordination of resident appointments, followup care, and physician communications
- Responding appropriately to resident behaviors associated with dementia while utilizing redirection and personcentered care techniques
- Providing support and education to residents and family members
- Maintaining compliance with all state regulations, infection control practices, and facility policies
- Collaborating with all departments to ensure residents' medical, social, and emotional needs are met Qualifications:
- Current New York State LPN license in good standing
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions
- Experience in assisted living, longterm care, geriatrics, or memory care preferred
- Understanding of dementia care, behavior management, and personcentered care practices preferred
- Compassionate, patient, and committed to enhancing the lives of seniors
- Supportive team focused work environment
- Competitive pay plus shift differentials
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance, Denal/Vision additional optional benefit offerings
- 401(k)
Why join the team at Field of Dreams?
To apply, please visit our website at www.fieldofdreamsallegany.com, click on the 'career' tab to complete an interest form and upload your resume or apply directly to this posting.