licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - ALP

archcarecareers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,573,000 - 68,880,000; Full time

Job summary

ArchCareCareers is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Per Diem Day Shift to provide direct nursing care to residents, administer medications, and support the care team in a New York facility.

Responsibilities include monitoring residents, documenting care, and collaborating with Nurse Manager and Charge Nurse to ensure high-quality, compliant care.

Qualifications

• Current and active New York LPN license.
• Experience with medication administration and nursing procedures.
• Strong communication, observation, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under supervision of nursing leadership.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document prescribed medications and treatments per orders and facility policies.
• Monitor residents’ conditions and overall progress.
• Communicate findings to Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse promptly.
• Perform treatments per clinical protocols and standards.
• Identify need for medication or treatment changes with nursing leadership.
• Order medications, notify pharmacy of changes, verify dosages on receipt.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to promote resident outcomes.

Skills

Medication administration

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Documentation accuracy

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Per Diem, Day Shift

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents in accordance with established medical and nursing care plans. The LPN administers medications and treatments, monitors resident conditions, and collaborates closely with the Nurse Manager and Charge Nurse to ensure high-quality, compliant, and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and document all prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and New York State Department of Health regulations
• Monitor, assess, and evaluate residents’ conditions, including behaviors, symptoms, reactions, and overall progress
• Communicate observations and clinical findings to the Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse in a timely and accurate manner
• Perform treatments as ordered, following established clinical protocols and standards of care
• Identify and discuss the need for medication or treatment changes with the Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse
• Order prescribed medications, notify the pharmacy of discontinued medications, and verify accuracy of medications and dosages upon receipt
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members to promote optimal resident outcomes and quality of care

Qualifications

• Current and active New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Strong knowledge of medication administration, nursing procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication, observation, and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively under the supervision of nursing leadership

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program

Job Details

• Job Type: Per-Diem
• Shift: Day Shift