LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Salary: $27 - $37.72 per hour

Elderwood at Waverly offers multiple pathways to fit your career and your life. Now hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to support high-quality care in a collaborative, resident-focused environment. One application. Multiple LPN career paths.

Option 1: Join the Core Nursing Team at Elderwood at Waverly

Looking for stability, routine, and a team you can truly belong to? As an LPN at Waverly, you will:

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to residents
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with care plans
• Collaborate with RNs, CNAs, and interdisciplinary teams
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families
• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team

Core Nursing Team Compensation & Benefits for LPNs:

• LPN Rate Range: $27.00 $37.72 per hour (based on experience)
• Shift Differentials
• Limited Time Sign-On Bonus - $7,500 for Full-Time and $3,750 for Part-Time - Sign-On Bonus to be paid out in One Year
• Earn Up to 10% Premium with Pay-in-Lieu of Benefits, OR
• Full Health Suite: Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Tuition Assistance for Clinical Career Tracks

Shift Options, (Includes every other weekend requirement):

• Days: 6a2p
• Evenings: 2p10p
• Nights: 10p6a

Option 2: Prefer Flexibility? Work Per Diem with Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS)

Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS) is our internal clinical float pool, designed for LPNs who want flexibility and premium opportunities while staying within the Elderwood network.

Through ESS, you can:

• Choose per diem scheduling
• Work at Waverly and other Elderwood locations
• Gain exposure across facilities - different teams, different leaders, different 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

About Elderwood at Waverly:

Located in the valley of Tioga county. Our beautifully renovated facility boasts updated technology, convenient parking for staff members, and employee appreciation initiatives throughout the year.

Ready to Apply? Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) looking for either career stability or flexible scheduling options are encouraged to apply. Join Elderwood at Waverly and choose the path that works for you.

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

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, 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.