Long-Term Care RN
Vestal, New York
Willow Point Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (LTC) - Travel/Contract

Location: Vestal, New York
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Position Details

• Shift: Night shift, 8-hour shifts (10:45 PM - 7:15 AM), 5 days per week, 40 hours total
• Shift Change: Shift cannot be changed once offered
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required upon center request
• Patient Population: Alzheimer's & Dementia patients
• Facility Type: State/Government-run Long-Term Care Center including rehabilitation therapies, skilled nursing, memory care, wound care
• Staff Ratios: Approximately 1:18-20 residents
• Attire: Any solid color scrubs and closed-toe shoes
• Charting System: PCC (Point Click Care) - no submission required
• Parking: Free
• Mileage Reimbursement: None

Required Qualifications

• License: Must hold an active New York State RN license (no license hits allowed)
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of Long-Term Care (LTC) experience required; recent experience in rehab, med-surg, or hospital settings also accepted
• Certifications: BLS certification required (accepted from any recognized entity; online-only courses acceptable)
• Testing: Must pass medication administration (med pass) test and clinical observation
• Attendance: Strong attendance and punctuality required; dependable with consistent attendance
• Background: Standard background check within 1 year, including 7-year location history and sex offender search
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year, updated annually
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (with exceptions for prior positive results)
  • Flu vaccine or declination on file year-round (mask required if declined during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccination or declination required
  • Pneumonia vaccination proof or declination required
  • Drug screening (9-panel) required for direct candidates within 1 year of start
• Additional Training: Completion of assigned Relias modules with a minimum passing grade (80% on modules, 90% on medication exam) prior to assignment start
• References: Two professional references required (supervisors preferred) within 2 years of start
• Identification: Government-issued photo ID required (copy of front only)

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Perform medication passes accurately and safely
• Monitor and report changes in resident condition
• Complete timely and accurate documentation
• Provide nursing care according to facility policies
• Supervise CNAs on assigned units

Work Environment & Expectations

• Fast-paced environment requiring flexibility with scheduling
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to work well with diverse populations
• Professional and personable demeanor with excellent communication skills
• Team player with a positive attitude
• No shift changes or requests off allowed after offer acceptance (RTO only approved at time of submission)
• Call-outs require more than 24 hours’ notice
• Locals accepted for this assignment
• Prior travel experience is not required
• First-time travelers are accepted

Onboarding & Compliance

• Start dates occur every 2 weeks due to orientation schedule
• Compliance and onboarding process takes approximately 1.5 to 2 weeks
• Fingerprinting required for CNAs (not applicable for RN role)
• Modules must be started promptly upon receipt and completed no later than 3 days before assignment start
• Additional modules may be assigned after start date and must be completed by assigned due dates

This position offers an opportunity to work in a comprehensive long-term care setting with a focus on skilled nursing and memory care populations. The role requires a dependable, experienced RN with strong clinical skills and the ability to work independently on night shifts.