Licensed Practical Nurse LTC - FT - Night Shift

ECMC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ECMC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Long-Term Care Facility on the night shift in Buffalo, NY. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents, administers medications, and supports patient safety and comfort under supervision.

The role requires completion of an approved PN program and NYSED licensure or GPN permit with license within one year, plus BLS certification. Duties include monitoring patients, delivering treatments, and assisting with care plans in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Completed an approved Practical Nursing program and NYSED license or GPN permit with license within 1 year.
• BLS certification required for ECMCC positions.
• Valid New York State driver's license for Health Department positions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment used in patient care.
• Administers and documents medications.
• Performs treatments and procedures as prescribed.
• Records vital signs and patient weights.
• Observes patient conditions and reports changes to the nurse in charge.
• Assists with patient and family health education per care plan.

Skills

Nursing techniques

Infection control

Medication administration

Interpersonal skills

Record keeping

Professional judgment

Education

Graduation from an approved Practical Nursing program

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse LTC - FT - Night Shift

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: LICEN005312

• Posted : August 11, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Delaware Park 24
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215, USA

Delaware Park 24
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215, USA

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing routine nursing services
at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation, including the Long-Term Care Facility, or Erie County
Health Department Clinic. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents or patients, may
assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher level technical nursing
tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician or
other higher-ranking professional of the department. Supervision may be exercised over
Hospital/Institutional Aide. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Maintains equipment used in the care of patients;
Administers and documents the administration of medications;
Performs or assists with treatments and procedures;
Teaches and/or assists with patient and family health care teaching as outlined on the care plan or as
directed;
Performs and records vital signs and weights;
Administers internal feedings;
Observes and monitors patient conditions and documents these in accordance with nursing standards;
Informs nurse in charge of care provided to patients and status of patients’ condition;
Reports incidents to nurse in charge;
Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and hospital personnel;
Performs charge duties when necessary and as directed;
Provides for patient safety and comfort;
Performs tasks normally assigned to a Hospital/Institutional Aide;
Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities;
Participates in In-service education.
IN ADDITION, IF ASSIGNED TO THE ERIE COUNTY LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY:
Maintains communication and reports changes in resident condition to supervising Registered Nurse;
Administers and documents the administration of medications, including IV infusions and IV medications;
Performs EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing and phlebotomy.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of basic nursing techniques; good knowledge of advanced technical nursing skills; good
knowledge of infection control; good knowledge of medication administration and pharmacology; ability to
apply therapeutic treatments as prescribed; ability to understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and
written instructions; ability to keep records and prepare reports; good interpersonal skills; initiative; sound
professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without
reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York
State Education Department and either:
A) Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued
by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout
duration of appointment, or:
B) Possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit as issued by the New York State
Education Department at time of appointment and Licensed Practical Nurse license within one year
and maintenance of license throughout duration of appointment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ECMCC POSITIONS ONLY: Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS)
from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of
appointment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR HEALTH DEPARTMENT POSITIONS ONLY:
Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s license and use of a private automobile at time of
appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.
NOTE: Not applicable to Erie County Medical Center Corporation

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