LPN, LTC

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ARMStaffing is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse, Long Term Care (Mid Shift) in Newark, New York.

Location

Newark, NY

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

Mid Shift: 5x8, from 14:00 to 22:00.

Job Description

Join a dedicated team in a 42-bed long-term care unit that provides specialized care for adults and geriatrics with various diagnoses, including dementia, arthritis, congestive heart failure (CHF), and cerebrovascular accident (CVA). This role involves comprehensive patient care with an emphasis on quality and support within an interdisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage medications, including antianxiety, antidepressants, antihypertensives, and antipsychotics.
• Provide assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, ambulation, and discharge planning.
• Monitor vital signs and manage patients with complex needs, including blood glucose testing and feeding tube care.
• Utilize EPIC for patient documentation and maintain accurate records of patient care.
• Implement behavior management techniques and crisis intervention when necessary.
• Educate patients and families regarding care plans and ongoing health considerations.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a long-term care setting.
• Proven experience with patient ratios of 1:21, particularly in day and weekend care.
• Familiarity with EPIC charting system is a hard requirement.

Certifications/Licensure

• Current New York State LPN license is required.
• BLS certification is required.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we’ve built a reputation on more than just placements - we’ve built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.

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