Full-time LPN

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment & Recovery Centers·Town of Harrietstown, New York

$25 - $29/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 17 days ago

Practice for this role

Full-time LPN · $25 - $29/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-36% vs. median posted rate for nursing roles in New York ($38.34/hr, n=5565)

7 similar openings in the Town of Harrietstown area

$1.00/hr · lowesthighest · $42,250/hr

this role: $24.70/hrmedian $38.34/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 5,565 posted nursing roles in New York rates. This role sits in the 24th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 36% below the New York median for nursing roles.

Provides medical and nursing services to clients while monitoring the facility for safety and regulatory compliance. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with patient education regarding communicable diseases and medications.

St. Joseph's Addiction Treatment and Recovery Centers

Location

Inpatient Facility - Saranac Lake, NY

Position: Full-time RN or LPN

Shift/schedule

Thursday-Sunday, 9:00pm-7:00am
OR
Thursday-Monday, 11:00pm-7:00pm

Pay Range

$24.70/hour to $28.70/hour

Position Summary

Provides medical and nursing services to clients. Assists clinical staff in monitoring residents and facility for safety and compliance with SJRC rules and regulations. Education and Training: N.Y.S. Licensed Practical Nurse and CPR certified or Registered Nurse.

Experience and Knowledge

Knowledge of current medical/nursing skills consistent with the requirements of the NYS Education Department relevant to Licensed Practical or Registered Nursing. Knowledge of modern principles and practices of alcohol and chemical dependency programs and treatment services.
Physical
Demands: No extraordinary physical demands required.
Essential
Duties: Provides nursing/medical services to clients. Responds to medical emergencies including facilitation of transfer to hospital via rescue squad or SJRC van. Responsible for medical/nursing keys during shift. Adheres to Pharmacy Services Policy in its entirety, inclusive of controlled substance policy, procedures, and monitor. Documents medical information through clinical logbook and email system. Conducts and interprets comprehensive nursing assessments and mental status exam. Reports and records any medical/nursing issues to senior medical staff to allow for accurate progress notes and revisions to the treatment plan. Assists with the provision of education, risk education, counseling, and referral services to all patients regarding HIV and AIDS, tuberculosis, hepatitis, sexually transmitted diseases, and other communicable diseases. Assists with the education of residents and staff regarding psycho-tropic medications, potential side effects and related medical concerns. Actively participates in meetings, committees, and quality assurance activities. Responsible for additional duties as may be assigned by the Senior Nurse.

Requirements

Requires a New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license. Candidates must be CPR certified and possess knowledge of chemical dependency treatment practices.

professional certificate
Counseling
Nursing
Patient education
Infection control
Medication administration
Safety compliance
Emergency response
Patient assessment
Clinical documentation
Addiction treatment
Mental status exam
Medical services

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $25 - $29/hr
Location: Town of Harrietstown, New York
Posted: Aug 27, 2026
Application: Employer website

New York LPN roles often need specialized experience

In New York, full-time LPN openings can be competitive when they require experience with substance use treatment and trauma-informed care, especially in settings serving veterans or military-connected patients. This role stands out for its preferred familiarity with military culture and a sign-on bonus, and the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. If you are considering applying, review how your NYS LPN license and direct experience with these patient populations align before submitting.