Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN)

Assistant Director of Nursing (LPN)- Full Time Spring Oak Senior Living at York York, South Carolina Build your nursing leadership career while making a meaningful difference in residents’ lives. Spring Oak at York is seeking a compassionate, organized Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as our Assistant Director of Nursing. Working closely with the Director of Wellness (DOW), you will help oversee daily clinical operations, support regulatory compliance, supervise wellness staff, and ensure residents receive safe, high-quality care. This hands-on leadership role supports resident assessments, medication management, documentation standards, staff accountability, and family communication. At Spring Oak, our motto is “Welcome to the Family.” We believe in creating a warm, supportive environment where residents and team members feel valued.

Responsibilities:

Resident Care and Clinical Follow-Up
• Conduct resident rounds to identify changes in condition, care concerns, and safety risks, and communicate findings to the DOW.
• Help monitor residents experiencing frequent falls, wounds, weight loss, behavioral changes, or repeated hospitalizations.
• Ensure care plans reflect residents’ current needs and required levels of assistance.
• Monitor residents returning from the hospital or rehabilitation to ensure appropriate follow-up and continuity of care.
• Assist with evaluating prospective residents and identifying their care needs.
• Support accurate, timely documentation and adherence to established clinical standards.

Medication Management:

• Ensure physician orders and clinical recommendations are followed appropriately and entered accurately into the electronic medication administration record (eMAR).
• Assist with medication cart and medication storage audits.
• Follow up on unavailable medications, pharmacy delays, and medication delivery concerns.
• Monitor medication refusals and ensure appropriate notifications and documentation are completed.
• Verify that discontinued medications are removed from active use and handled according to policy.
• Ensure controlled medication counts and required documentation are completed accurately.

Staff Supervision and Accountability:

• Support the DOW in supervising wellness staff and reinforcing care expectations, documentation standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Address staff performance concerns promptly and communicate concerns to the DOW.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive, respectful work environment.
• Serve as the clinical point of contact when the DOW is unavailable, within the scope of LPN practice and established community procedures.

Infection Prevention and Communication:

• Help ensure infection prevention precautions are implemented appropriately.
• Assist with outbreak response, tracking, and reporting.
• Respond professionally and compassionately to resident and family concerns.
• Communicate resident care updates and concerns with the DOW, families, providers, and wellness team as appropriate.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the DOW or Executive Director.

What We’re Looking For:

• Current, active LPN license authorizing practice in South Carolina.
• Experience in assisted living, memory care, or senior living preferred.
• Previous supervisory or nursing leadership experience preferred.
• Strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with medication management, clinical documentation, and electronic medication administration systems.
• Ability to recognize changes in condition and communicate concerns promptly.
• A supportive leadership style that promotes staff accountability while providing constructive guidance.
• A compassionate approach to working with residents and families.
• Ability to carry out responsibilities within the LPN scope of practice and applicable community policies.

Why Join Spring Oak? Join a family-owned organization where your clinical skills and leadership can make a daily difference. You’ll work alongside the Director of Wellness to support our residents, strengthen our wellness team, and help create a community where people feel safe, respected, and cared for. Apply today to join the Spring Oak family.