Find & Apply For Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse Jobs in Jericho, New York

Lead with Compassion. Inspire Excellence. A respected senior living organization is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide leadership for a specialized resident care program within one of our communities. This is a confidential search for a leader who is passionate about delivering exceptional care, developing high-performing teams, and creating an environment where residents living with cognitive impairment are treated with dignity, compassion, and respect. This is more than a nursing position it's an opportunity to influence culture, mentor caregivers, partner with families, and improve the lives of residents every day. Position Summary The Resident Care Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day clinical and operational oversight of a specialized resident care neighborhood. This individual will lead and support the care team, ensure regulatory compliance, promote quality outcomes, and foster meaningful relationships with residents and their families. Responsibilities Provide daily leadership and clinical oversight for a specialized resident care program. Supervise, mentor, and develop caregivers and medication technicians. Promote person-centered care while maintaining the highest standards of resident safety and quality. Monitor resident care plans, service delivery, and changes in condition. Collaborate with physicians, families, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members. Ensure compliance with all New York State regulations, company policies, and clinical standards. Participate in hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and staff development. Monitor staffing, scheduling, documentation, and departmental performance. Foster a positive culture built on teamwork, accountability, compassion, and respect. Respond to resident and family concerns with professionalism and empathy. Partner with community leadership to achieve operational and quality goals. Qualifications Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required. Previous leadership or supervisory experience in Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, or Long-Term Care strongly preferred. Experience caring for residents living with dementia or Alzheimer's disease preferred. Strong knowledge of medication management, resident assessments, documentation, and regulatory compliance. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Ability to build trust with residents, families, and team members. Passion for coaching others and creating a culture of excellence. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who doesn't simply manage a department we're looking for someone who inspires people.

Someone who:

Leads with integrity. Builds strong teams. Communicates with compassion. Holds others accountable while earning their respect. Sees every resident as an individual deserving of dignity and exceptional care. Why Join Us? Joining our team means becoming part of an organization committed to delivering exceptional senior care while investing in the growth and success of its leaders. Here, your clinical expertise, leadership, and compassion will directly impact the lives of residents, families, and employees every day. This is a confidential search. All inquiries and applications will be handled with the highest level of discretion.

Pay:

$78,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Have you supervised or led caregivers, nursing staff, or clinical teams? Have your participated in resident care planning, interdisciplinary meetings, or family care conferences? Are you comfortable working in a hands-on leadership role that includes resident care, staff supervision, family communication, and participation in an on-call rotation? Have you ever participated in a Department of Health survey or regulatory inspection?

Experience:

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing:

3 years (Required) caring for residents with Alzheimer's disease: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

New York State Licensed Practical Nurse License (Required)

Work Location:

In person