Job Title
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in Montour Falls, New York. This facility comprises three units, accommodating a total of 120 residents, with each unit caring for up to 40 residents.
The LPN will play a crucial role in assisting with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of person-centered care for our geriatric patient population. Responsibilities include medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and comprehensive documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
This position requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team, adherence to skilled nursing practice standards, and a commitment to patient advocacy. The successful candidate must be adaptable, willing to float to other units as needed, and prepared to assist in a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) capacity when staffing requires.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care for all residents.
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Administer medications and treatments under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, in accordance with facility policy.
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Monitor and record vital signs (respiration, temperature, blood pressure, heart rate) and promptly report changes in resident conditions.
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Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
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Document patient care activities, observations, and changes in condition accurately and thoroughly in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
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Maintain clinical competence specific to the care area and adhere to established standards of skilled nursing practice.
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Practice ethically and professionally within the scope of practice, advocating for patients and providing Person-Centered care.
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Keep the responsible Registered Nurse and other nursing personnel informed regarding changes in patient/resident conditions or other pertinent observations.
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Float to other units as staffing permits and needs dictate.
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Be prepared to function in a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) role as staffing permits and needs dictate.
Required Qualifications
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Current LPN license in the State of New York.
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Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting.
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Ability to work every other weekend and every other holiday.
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Ability to float to other units as needed.
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Ability to perform duties in a CNA capacity if staffing requires.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with Point Click Care EMR system.
Skills & Competencies
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Strong clinical skills in medication administration and vital sign monitoring.
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Proficiency in EMR documentation, with a preference for Point Click Care.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration.
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Ability to provide Person-Centered care and advocate for patients.
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Strong observational skills and attention to detail for reporting patient condition changes.
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Adaptability and flexibility to float to different units and assist in various capacities.
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Commitment to ethical practice and professional standards.
Shift Details
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Hours: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (8.5-hour shifts)
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Days per week: 5 days per week
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Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend
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Holiday Rotation: Every other holiday
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Call Requirements: Not specified.
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Contract Length: 13 weeks
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Start Date: September 13, 2026
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End Date: December 12, 2026
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Orientation: 1 day on the assigned unit.
Licensing Requirements
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Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of New York.
