Job Description

Are you a skilled and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to advance your career? We’re looking for an LPN to join our dedicated team and make a positive impact on patient care. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and making a difference in your community, we want you to join our team!

Does your current facility put residents before anything else? At Schuyler Ridge, that is our philosophy! By focusing upon capabilities rather than limitations, Schuyler Ridge enhances quality of life and accommodates a remarkable degree of individual preferences. And, Schuyler Ridge brings a similar philosophy to the support of our colleagues! Come see the difference you can make by becoming a part of the Schuyler Ridge team!

Located in the heart of Clifton Park, Schuyler Ridge is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility offering sub-acute rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. Schuyler Ridge’s philosophy is simple, our residents come first. Our colleagues are the backbone of providing exceptional care and wellbeing to those lives we impact! Schuyler Ridge is Saratoga County’s only CMS recognized 5-star skilled nursing facility,

Position Highlights:

• Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement: Strong orientation program, tuition assistance and career development
• Smaller units : Work on a 20 bed sub acute unit avoiding burnout and large patient loads.
• Comprehensive orientation: Leadership committed to helping staff achieve success and holds a complete orientation
• Work/Life: Leadership team looking for weekend coverage and willing to work with a flexible schedule as they understand real world hurdles
• Close to home: Location that is an easy commute from Latham, Saratoga, Malta and Cohoes

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN.
• Monitor resident vitals, administer medications, and assist with treatments.
• Assist with daily living activities and resident care as needed.
• Work collaboratively with nursing leadership and community interdisciplinary team to communicate resident progress and concerns.
• Document resident care accurately and maintain electronic medical records.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment for colleagues, residents, and visitors.
• Act as a liaison between the nursing team, providers, and residents and their family members.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and infection control standards and protocols.

Required:

• A current LPN license in New York State.
• The ability to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Previous experience in long term care preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Time management skills.
• A passion for caring for residents in a respectful, caring, and professional manner

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• A clean, welcoming environment across all units and levels of care.
• Work-life balance accommodations and sincere quality of life considerations.
• Strong orientation programs, tuition assistance, and career development opportunities.
• Unique longevity of colleagues amongst all departments.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents!

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