Licensed Practical Nurse-Float Pool

Saratoga Hospital; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs, NY, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our clinical team. You will support providers, document vital signs, perform testing, and administer injections in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Ideal candidates have NYS LPN license and strong communication skills; we value patient-first care, teamwork, and the ability to handle multiple tasks with compassion.

Qualifications

• NYS LPN License is required.
• One year of outpatient clinical setting experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Excellent customer service, integrity, friendliness and compassion.
• Ability to establish rapport with patients, colleagues and medical staff.
• Basic computer skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct patient care with focus on comfort and satisfaction.
• Provides care using nursing skills across musculoskeletal, respiratory and cardiovascular functions.
• Observes patient status and relays changes to the MD/FNP; reports abnormal results.
• Ensures patient safety through preventive practices and clear communication.
• Follows instructions, organizes tasks, and sets daily priorities.
• Responds to patient/family requests and reports concerns to the office team.
• Prepares patient charts, answers phones, and assists with general office duties.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Compassion

Adaptability

Education

NYS LPN License

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Range: $26.00-$39.00/hr based on experience and qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse Salary Range: $26.00-$39.00/hr based on experience and qualifications

About Saratoga Hospital At Saratoga Hospital, we’ve built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well-being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach—creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

About The Role We’re looking for a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you’ll be a vital part of our clinical team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment. You will support providers (physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants) in provision of patient care; includes recording vital signs, discussing chief health concerns, performing testing, and administering injections; assists with procedures and documentation.

What You’ll Do

• Delivers direct care to patients with maximum attention to the comfort and satisfaction needs of patients.
• Delivers care reflecting knowledge of nursing skills and therapeutic nursing measures related to musculoskeletal function, respiratory and cardiovascular function, bowel and bladder function, nutritional maintenance, specimen testing, comfort, and safety measures.
• Observes and communicates pertinent information and changes in patient’s condition to the MD/FNP. Recognizes and reports abnormal results.
• Provides for patient safety through preventive measures (e.g. two patient identifies, fall prevention)
• Follows instructions accurately, organizes multiple tasks and establishes day to day priorities.
• Responds appropriately and professionally to patient/family requests. Reports concerns. Complaints to office manager/MD.
• Prepares patient charts; answers phone; performs other general office duties as required.

What You Bring

• NYS LPN License required
• One year experience in an outpatient clinical setting preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent customer service skills and must display integrity, friendliness and compassion
• Must be able to establish an appropriate and effective rapport with patients, co-workers and medical staff
• Ability to take and follow direction in a positive and appropriate manner
• Must be efficient and effective in the use of resources
• Basic computer skills
• Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why Saratoga Hospital

• A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust
• Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Click here to view our complete benefits guide.
• Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System
• Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs, known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions.

Our Commitment We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you’re passionate about healthcare and community service—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed—we’d still love to hear from you.