LPN / LVN (75 miles radius rule) - 26-02513


NY - Utica Location
Utica, New York
Locations: Utica, Elmira, Niagara Falls, Port Jervis
Posted On: March 16, 2026
Last Day to Apply: March 30, 2026
Pay: $38.00 to $42.00 per hour

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN / LVN)
Location: Utica, New York
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks (High Possibility of Extension)

Shift: Night Shift (10:30 PM – 6:30 AM)
Guaranteed Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week

Compensation

  • Pay Rate: $38 – $42 per hour

Important:

  • Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius to qualify for the travel rate.

  • Travel or housing reimbursements are not provided.

Position Summary

A healthcare facility in Utica, NY is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN / LVN) to provide hands-on patient care and support the clinical team in delivering high-quality healthcare services.

The LPN will assist in monitoring patient conditions, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort while working collaboratively with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

Unit Information

  • Unit Size: 40 Beds

  • Patient Population:

    • Medical-Surgical

    • Orthopedic

    • Dementia Care

    • Memory Care

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care including monitoring vital signs and patient health conditions

  • Administer basic treatments and medications as directed by healthcare providers

  • Assist with patient mobility, hygiene, and daily care needs

  • Monitor patient status and report any changes to the registered nurse or physician

  • Maintain accurate electronic medical record documentation

  • Support interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care

  • Follow all infection control, safety, and clinical care protocols

  • Float to other units within the same building as required

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of hospital or clinical experience

  • Active New York Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN / LVN) License

  • Strong patient care, communication, and teamwork skills

Required Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association

Technical Requirements

  • Experience with PointClickCare Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Additional Requirements

  • Every other weekend required

  • Must be able to float to all units within the same building

  • Experience working with medical-surgical, orthopedic, and memory care patients preferred

For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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