Travel Contract

LPN Long-Term Care Skilled Nursing Facility
Plattsburgh, NY
PRIDE Health
4x11 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,066/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown4x11 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration16 weeks
Setting
Long Term Care (LTC)

Pay

39% higher than average Licensed Practical Nurse / Long Term Care Nurse pay in New York

Estimated total pay

$2,066/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Description

Job Summary for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position: LPN for Long-Term Care (LTC) / Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Unit
Location: New York (within an acute care setting)
Contract Length: Approximately 16 weeks (interpreted as weeks)
Unit Specialty: Long-term care / Skilled Rehab
Unit Size: 34 beds

Experience & Licensing Requirements

Minimum Clinical Experience: 1 year
Minimum Experience in Specialty: 1 year
Prior Travel Experience: Not required, but preferred
Licensing:
- NY State license required or proof of application with applied date at time of submission
- Note: NY licensing process takes 6-8 weeks, which will be considered for start dates/offers

Work Environment & Unit Details

Facility Type: 34-bed LTC unit situated within an acute care hospital
Patient Population: Varied diagnoses, age range 45-99+
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 7 patients per nurse (varies by shift)
Ancillary Staff Support:
- CNAs/PCTs present on all shifts (staffing varies by shift)
- Unit clerk/secretary available on day shift
- Advanced Practice Provider (LTC Nurse Practitioner) on unit
Orientation: 2-3 days
Documentation System: SigmaCare and Epic
Medication System: SigmaCare
Floating: Required (may float to acute hospital as sitter if needed)
Charge Nurse: Not required
Scheduling:
- Smart Square with staffing resource center
- Shift hours as requested
- Weekend requirement: every other weekend minimum
- No call requirements
- Holiday work as scheduled
- No self-scheduling or block schedules

Patient Care & Equipment

Care Modality: Long-term care / Skilled nursing
Special Equipment: Basic LTC equipment only (no ventilators or invasive monitoring)
Respiratory Support: Available 24/7
Anesthesia Support: Not available on unit
Ventilator Management: Not applicable

Dress Code & Professional Appearance

Scrubs: Nursing navy or white (aides may wear what they have)
Shoes: Per dress code
Jewelry: Minimal, per dress code
Hair/Beard: Groomed or none to fit masks
Nail Polish: Per dress code

Additional Notes

IV Skills (IVS) will be offered
Work schedule: Monday through Sunday
Bi-weekly orientations on Mondays
No public transportation available; reliable personal or rental vehicle strongly recommended
Vehicles should have all-season or snow tires from November through April
Complete work history required for submission, including bed count, EMR, facility type, and explanations for employment gaps over 30 days
COVID and flu vaccination declinations accepted with proof or declination documentation

This position is ideal for LPNs with at least 1 year of clinical and specialty experience seeking a travel assignment in a long-term care setting within an acute care hospital environment.

Employer

PRIDE Health

4.0rating(80 reviews)

49 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

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Pros

Rose Cano is the BEST recruiter. Always there for me me and answers all my questions, promptly. Lucky to have her.

Cons

I haven’t had an issue yet.

Recommends working with PRIDE Health

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Plattsburgh, NY

As a Travel Long Term Care LPN in Plattsburgh, NY here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Plattsburgh, NY is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

Plattsburgh experiences cold winters with average lows around 10°F and warm summers with average highs around 80°F.
Be prepared for significant snowfall during the winter months.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Plattsburgh.
They can be relatively easy to find, especially during the off-peak tourist season.

Transportation

Plattsburgh is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Plattsburgh has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the changing weather.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Plattsburgh offers a variety of restaurants, especially seafood due to its proximity to Lake Champlain.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and music venues.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, boating, and other water activities in the nearby Adirondack Mountains.

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