Job Title: LVN/LPN – Long-Term Care (LTC)
Location: Vestal, NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 16 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day, Evening, and Night Shifts Available | Flexible Scheduling
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes (First-Time Travelers Accepted)
Pay Rate: $33.00–$36.00/hr
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care to residents in a long-term care and skilled nursing setting. The ideal candidate will have experience in medication administration, clinical assessment, and caring for residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Required Qualifications
Active New York State LVN/LPN license, verified at submission.
Minimum 1 year of Long-Term Care (LTC) or skilled nursing experience.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Experience caring for residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Successful completion of a medication administration (med pass) test and clinical observation.
Strong medication administration and clinical assessment skills.
Strong attendance, punctuality, and reliability.
Ability to provide proof of an active license at submission.
Flexibility to accommodate scheduling needs.
Responsibilities
Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately according to physician orders.
Perform medication passes and monitor residents for medication effectiveness and adverse reactions.
Provide nursing care in accordance with facility policies and established care plans.
Monitor residents' conditions and promptly report significant changes to appropriate healthcare providers.
Care for residents with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other long-term care needs.
Complete timely, accurate, and comprehensive clinical documentation.
Supervise CNAs on assigned units and coordinate resident care activities.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, CNAs, nurses, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
Maintain resident safety and follow infection-control and facility policies.
Support a positive, professional, and respectful environment for residents from diverse backgrounds.
Perform other duties as assigned.