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Licensed Practical Nurse - Labor & Delivery
- Arnot Health (Elmira, NY)
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Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Labor and Delivery
Empower Families. Support New Beginnings. Grow Your Career at Arnot Health.
Arnot Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Labor and Delivery team full-time. This role offers the unique opportunity to be part of one of the most meaningful moments in a patient’s life—welcoming a new baby into the world. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the LPN plays a vital role in providing high-quality, patient-focused care during labor, delivery, and recovery.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Nursing Process
+ Deliver safe, compassionate care to assigned patients under RN supervision
+ Collect and document patient data systematically, noting changes in status
+ Implement individualized care plans based on patient needs
+ Communicate effectively and promptly with the care team
Technical Skills & Medication Administration
+ Demonstrate competency in unit-specific nursing skills
+ Administer medications and IV fluids safely, following policies
+ Accurately document all care, interventions, and patient responses
Patient Education & Support
+ Support patient and family education needs during the childbirth experience
+ Protect patient rights, privacy, and dignity at all times
Emergency & Safety
+ Respond quickly and efficiently in emergencies following protocols
+ Adhere to infection control and risk management policies
Professional Development
+ Participate in self-directed learning and complete mandatory education
+ Maintain BLS certification (ACLS required in critical care settings)
Teamwork & Communication
+ Build strong relationships with healthcare team members, patients, and families
+ Support unit needs with flexibility and a commitment to collaboration
Qualifications
+ Graduate of a Practical Nursing Program approved by the NYS Education Department or another state authority
+ Current NYS LPN licensure (or eligibility)
+ BLS certification required within 90 days of hire (ACLS required in critical care)
+ One year of clinical experience preferred
+ Ability to assist patients, stand, and work on your feet for extended periods
+ Comfort with exposure to blood and bodily fluids (Exposure Category I)
Why Join Arnot Health?
+ Up to $12,500 Sign-On Bonus
+ Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
+ Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for professional growth
+ Supportive, team-based environment in a unit where excellence and compassion matter most
Be Part of Something Meaningful
If you’re ready to support mothers, babies, and families with compassion and care, apply today and become part of a healthcare system where excellence begins with you.
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