Compassionate LPN for Skilled Nursing Home Care

Fort Tryon Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Tryon Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is seeking a dedicated LPN to provide comprehensive nursing and personal care for residents. The role covers medication administration, vital signs, wound care, injections, IV monitoring, and coordination with RNs and physicians to ensure high-quality in-facility care.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate medical records, discharge planning, infection control, safety compliance, and support for CNAs.

Qualifications

• Education: Completion of a formal education program in Nursing.
• License/Certification: Valid NYS LPN License, CPR certified.
• Equipment/Software: Basic computer/ EMR software.
• Physical/Mental Demands: Walk long distances; climb stairs; lift up to 50 lbs; English literacy; adapt to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing treatment and personal care within LPN scope.
• Manages medication administration and reconciliation; observes adverse reactions.
• Schedules diagnostic tests and reports results.
• Maintains patient records including vital signs and intake/output.
• Collects samples and performs routine laboratory tests.
• Monitors IV therapy and dispenses medications as ordered.
• Investigates and records accidents; communicates with supervisor and physician.
• Supervises equipment operation and supports nursing team.
• Assists new patients in adjusting to the facility and explains rules.
• Prepares patients for discharge.
• Follows fire and safety regulations; maintains safe environments.
• Informs family and ensures HIPAA compliance.
• Ensures patient privacy and conducts required documentation daily.
• Demonstrates dementia-aware care; adheres to care plans.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Skills

CPR certified

Nursing care

Education

NYS LPN license

Nursing education completion

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Fort Tryon Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is seeking a dedicated LPN to provide comprehensive nursing and personal care for residents. The role covers medication administration, vital signs, wound care, injections, IV monitoring, and coordination with RNs and physicians to ensure high-quality in-facility care.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate medical records, discharge planning, infection control, safety compliance, and support for CNAs.