Licensed Practical Nurse
About the Role
A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides skilled nursing care tasks and procedures under the direction of an RN, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, physician, or other authorized health care provider.
Primary department: UHS Primary Care Vestal
Responsibilities
- Perform skilled nursing care tasks and procedures as directed by supervising healthcare providers.
Requirements
- Graduated from an accredited school of Practical Nursing.
- Current New York State Practical Nurse License, a Limited Permit, or ability to practice within the 90-day grace period allowed by New York State guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic Skills Certifications (CPR).
Pay
$22.97 - $34.46 per hour, depending on experience.
Schedule
- Primary Work Shift: Day
- Regular scheduled weekly hours: 40
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week, with flexible plan options and coverage tiers.
- Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
- Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing from day one.
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
- Flexible spending accounts and access to financial advisors.
- Up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counseling and virtual mental health support.
- Food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
- Access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility.
- Continuous review of compensation for market competitiveness and internal equity.
About the Organization
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier. UHS comprises four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and employs over 6,300 employees and providers.
At UHS, work is guided by the values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. The organization offers a lifestyle with four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, and a close-knit community, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.