Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Cayuga Primary Care - Tompkins Street

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

When two established local health systems unite as one collaborative network, healthcare becomes so much more. Centralus Health , an affiliation of Cayuga Health and Arnot Health, is focused on our region's changing needs and your wellbeing. More than a group of experienced caregivers, Centralus Health is a partnership of advocates who strive to eliminate barriers to better health, innovating and evolving services in our communities for enhanced holistic care close to home.

Centralus Health is central to wellness-for all of us.

Role Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports physicians and advanced practice providers by delivering high-quality clinical care and assisting with patient flow in a busy primary care setting. This role contributes to positive patient experiences by ensuring efficient clinical operations, accurate documentation, and responsive communication.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the scope of practice in accordance with NYS LPN licensure and applicable laws and regulations

• Obtain and document vital signs, prepare examination rooms, and clean and sterilize equipment following established protocols

• Manage clinical phone calls, including prescription refills, test results, and patient inquiries, per practice guidelines

• Prepare patient records and documentation in advance of provider visits to support efficient care delivery

• Participate in scheduled team meetings to support collaboration, clarify workflows, and address patient care needs

Required Skills and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program

• Current New York State licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Minimum of 0-1 year of clinical nursing experience in a healthcare setting

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a primary care or outpatient medical office setting

Preferred skills are not required for consideration.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Standing: approximately 70% of work time

• Sitting: approximately 30% of work time

• Reaching: up to 80%

• Bending: up to 50%

• Lifting: ability to lift up to 40 pounds

• Frequent use of fine motor skills, visual acuity, and verbal communication in a clinical environment

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements

• Onsite at Cayuga Primary Care - Tompkins St. 260 Tompkins St. Cortland, NY.

• Rotation shift 7:00am - 6:00pm M-F

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard rate of $24.15 - $35.00 per hour , plus benefits.

Centralus Health and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff, and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care, and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs, and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Health Talent Acquisition team at View email address on us.fitly.work .

I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.

I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.

I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

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