Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Jobs – Long-Term Care | Waterloo, New York

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) opportunity in Waterloo, NY: provide skilled, compassionate nursing care to adult and geriatric residents in a long-term care setting. Join a dedicated healthcare team in this on-site per diem contract and support residents’ physical, psychosocial, and age-specific needs while collaborating with registered nurses, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team. This New York LPN job is located in Waterloo, a welcoming Finger Lakes community known for scenic surroundings, a small-town atmosphere, and convenient access to outdoor recreation and cultural attractions.

LPN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,400-$1,470
• Location: Waterloo, New York
• Healthcare Setting: Long-term care
• Schedule: Per diem; minimum of 24 hours, or three 8-hour shifts, within each four-week period
• Shift: 8-hour shifts; any shift
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend, with at least two weekend shifts during each four-week period
• Holiday Requirement: Holiday coverage required
• Orientation: Full-shift orientation must begin on a Tuesday or Thursday
• Assignment Dates: October 27, 2026 through February 27, 2027
• Contract Duration: Approximately 18 weeks

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Requirements

• Active New York LPN license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or RQI
• At least 1 year of experience working as an LPN in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility
• Demonstrated ability to provide nursing care to adult and geriatric residents
• Knowledge of age-specific assessment, growth and development principles, and individualized resident care
• Ability to collaborate effectively with registered nurses and members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team

Long-Term Care LPN Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect skilled nursing care to assigned residents under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Collect and document data related to each resident’s physical and psychosocial condition.
• Communicate resident findings and changes in condition to the RN and appropriate members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Contribute to individualized, developmentally appropriate, and culturally relevant plans of care.
• Implement nursing interventions designed to promote positive resident outcomes and a safe, healthy environment.
• Evaluate resident responses to care and recommend revisions to the plan of care within the scope of practice.
• Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary personnel to support quality care and resident satisfaction.
• Maintain current nursing knowledge and clinical competency through continuing education and in-service programs.
• Participate in staff mentoring and orientation activities as appropriate.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and safety practices while delivering resident-centered care.

About Waterloo, New York

Waterloo, NY, is located in the scenic Finger Lakes region and offers a relaxed community setting with access to lakeside recreation, parks, local dining, and nearby historic and cultural destinations. It is an appealing location for healthcare professionals seeking New York nursing jobs in a close-knit community surrounded by the beauty of upstate New York.

Apply now for this per diem LPN contract opportunity in Waterloo, New York, and join a team committed to compassionate long-term care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.