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Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-Time with Sign-on Bonus

Kendal·City of Ithaca, New York

$28 - $35/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The LPN is responsible for administering medications, monitoring resident conditions, and providing direct compassionate care. They also collaborate with interdisciplinary staff and direct nursing assistants to ensure optimal resident independence.

LPN - Full-Time 32 hours

  • $27.81-$35.02 per hour, based on years of experience and licensure date $2.00 Shift Differential | $1.00 Weekend Differential
  • LPN Sign On Bonus $4,000 Paid In Installments

Schedule Options

  • Evening, 32 hours/week, 2:45 pm - 11:15 pm, weeknights and every other weekend with some holiday requirements
  • Nights, 32 hours/week, 10:45 pm - 7:15 pm, weeknights and every other weekend with some holiday requirements

About the Role

The staff nurse is essential in promoting and restoring residents' quality of life through compassionate nursing care tailored to each resident's individual needs. This position requires strong organizational, observational, and communication skills, along with a desire to work collaboratively within a skilled nursing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out MD orders for medications and check physician orders for accuracy
  • Monitor changes in residents' conditions and report to the nursing supervisor and MD as appropriate
  • Assist with residents' care needs, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to ensure residents function at their optimal level of independence
  • Direct nursing assistant staff and promote quality care in accordance with residents' individual care plan

Qualifications

  • Current licensure by the State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse
  • Experience in long-term care settings (skilled nursing or assisted living) preferred
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records preferred
  • Strong organization, documentation, and communication skills

Benefits

for Full-Time Employees Include:

  • 403b Retirement Account
  • 403b Matching Up to 5%
  • 5% Employer Retirement Grant
  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Education Grant- Application Requirements
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Insurance
  • Hardship Funds Program - Application Requirements
  • Holiday Pay - 8 Holidays Per Year
  • Life insurance Paid By Kendal
  • Paid Family Leave (PFL)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Sick Time Off
  • Referral Program
  • Vision Insurance

Apply today and join our dedicated team at Kendal at Ithaca!

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Experience in long-term care settings and familiarity with electronic medical records are preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Care Planning
  • Documentation
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Organization
  • Collaboration
  • Nursing Care
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Patient Transferring

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$28 - $35/hr
Location
City of Ithaca, New York
Posted
Jun 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Kendal

Time for a Change? Consider Kendal at Ithaca With 25 years in the industry and as New York’s first Life Care Community, Kendal at Ithaca has earned a reputation as a trusted and caring home for both residents and employees alike. Our commitment to high-quality care and a...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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