URGENT Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) - Long-Term Care NEEDED ASAP

Position Overview

As an LTC LPN, you will provide direct nursing care and support to elderly and disabled residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician. You will play a vital role in promoting resident health, comfort, and quality of life while collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and injections in accordance with physician orders and facility policies
• Accurately document all medications and treatments provided
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration
• Observe residents for changes in condition and promptly communicate concerns to the supervising RN or physician
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, and personal hygiene
• Promote resident comfort, dignity, and independence whenever possible
• Provide basic wound care, including dressing changes and monitoring healing progress
• Report concerns or changes in wound status to the nursing team
• Work closely with Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality resident care
• Assist in directing and supporting CNA staff to maintain high standards of care
• Maintain accurate and timely resident records using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Document assessments, interventions, observations, and resident responses to care

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program
• Current, active New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Minimum of one (1) year of Long-Term Care preferred experience
• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Pay and Schedule

Pay Rate: $30.00 to $37.00
Shift: Full-Time Evenings & Weekend on all shifts available.
Contract Length: 13 weeks to direct hire opportunities.
Start Date: ASAP