Licensed Practical Nurse

Livingston County, New York; Town of Mount Morris (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingston County Government in Mount Morris, NY is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and assist with daily living activities.

You will document care in EHRs, communicate patient status to RNs and physicians, participate in care planning, and promote health education while following infection control and state regulations in a collaborative public health setting.

Qualifications

• LPN license in good standing and graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Clinical skills in basic patient care, medication administration, vital signs, and infection control.
• Ability to document care clearly in EHR or paper records and follow protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and care team.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time in a fast-paced setting.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality, ethics, and regulatory standards.
• Basic computer literacy; experience with EHR systems preferred.
• Prior experience in public health, long-term care, clinic, or community health settings beneficial.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and assist patients; ability to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Document care accurately and maintain medical records.
• Communicate patient status to RNs, physicians, and care team.
• Support health assessments and care planning.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and disease management.
• Follow infection control procedures and safety standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

LPN License

Clinical Skills

Vital Signs Monitoring

Medication Administration

Documentation

Communication

Time Management

Ethical Practice

EHR Proficiency

Public Health Experience (beneficial)

Education

New York State LPN License

Tools

EHR Systems

Job description

Company Description

Livingston County Government is an award-winning, progressive, full-service county organization located in New York State's Finger Lakes region. As one of the largest employers in the county, it offers stable public sector careers with a focus on community service and impact. The County provides a wide range of essential services through multiple departments, supporting residents' health, safety, and well-being. Team members benefit from working in a collaborative environment dedicated to quality service and continuous improvement. Interested applicants can visit the County website for more information about departments and community programs.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role is based in Mount Morris, NY. The LPN provides direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications and treatments as ordered, and assisting with activities of daily living. Responsibilities include documenting care accurately, maintaining medical records, and communicating patient status and changes to registered nurses, physicians, and other members of the care team. The LPN supports health assessments, participates in care planning, and contributes to patient education on health maintenance and disease management. The role also involves following infection control procedures, adhering to safety and regulatory standards, and collaborating with colleagues to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing and graduation from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Demonstrated clinical skills in basic patient care, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and infection control practices.
• Ability to document care clearly and accurately in electronic or paper medical records and follow established protocols and policies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Capacity to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced care environment.
• Commitment to ethical practice, patient confidentiality, and adherence to state and local regulations and standards of care.
• Basic computer literacy; experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems is preferred.
• Prior experience in public health, long-term care, clinic, or community health settings is beneficial.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and assist patients as needed, and to work assigned shifts, including possible evenings or weekends.