Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Unity Living Center (Full-Time, Nights)

Rochester General Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $1.50-$4.00/hr

Tuition assistance

LPN to RN advancement support

Retirement options

Job summary

Unity Living Center in Rochester, NY seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for full-time night shifts to provide professional care for long-term residents. You will supervise CNAs, ensure accurate medication administration, and document care in the patient records.

The role offers shift differentials, strong benefits, and tuition assistance for LPN to RN advancement, supporting ongoing education and career growth within a compassionate care setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Current LPN licensure in New York State.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely, accurate medication administration and documentation.
• Perform treatments and document progress per physician orders.
• Maintain resident care documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Receive/give reports with staff per protocol.
• Monitor resident status and report to charge nurse or physician promptly.
• Complete medication administration record pre-reviews per protocol.
• Complete MDS documentation and related observations timely.
• Support CNA team with direct ADL care.

Skills

LPN licensure NY

BLS certification

Education

Practical Nursing Diploma

Job description

Job Title

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Unity Living Center (Full-Time, Nights)

Department

Long Term Care

Location

Unity Living Center, 89 Genesee Street, Rochester, NY 14611

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule

Nights, 11:00pm - 7:00am

Unity Living Center is a 120-bed, state-of-the-art skilled nursing facility located on two recently renovated floors within the Rochester Regional Health St. Mary's campus. Our team provides specialized, patient-centered care for individuals with complex medical needs, dementia, and behavioral challenges , creating an environment where nurses can grow their clinical expertise while making a meaningful impact.

Shift differentials for added earning potential ($1.50-$4.00 per hour)

Strong benefits -including retirement options

100% paid educational opportunities and support for LPN to RN career advancement

Tuition assistance and student loan assistance programs

Up to $10,000 in tuition assistance for BSN to MSN advancement

A strong benefits package, with retirement options

Build Specialized Clinical Expertise - Gain hands-on experience with short-term rehabilitation, IV therapy, peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis, ventilator care, pain management, and chronic disease management

SUMMARY

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide professional patient care to long-term and post-acute care residents. You will direct and monitor the care provided by CNAs and consistently ensure proper documentation and recording is taking place. Your ability to lead is crucial in both the success of the CNAs and the care of the patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for timely, accurate medication administration of assigned team and concurrent required documentation.
• Performs treatments and documents progress of same as per physician orders and facility protocol.
• Assures concise, pertinent and complete resident care documentation using computerized medical record process. Assures the initiation of appropriate care pathway tools.
• Responsible for receiving/giving relevant reports, both written and verbal from/to appropriate staff as per departmental protocols.
• Assures proper monitoring of residents and relevant condition status are reported to charge nurse/supervisor and/or physicians in a timely manner.
• Completes pre-reviews of medication administration records as per facility protocols.
• Completes required MDS documentation and all related observations in a timely manner.
• Supports CNA team through assisting in direct ADL care of residents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Current LPN licensure in State of New York.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year experience

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$28.51 - $34.68

CITY

Rochester

POSTAL CODE

14611

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status,