Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - LTC
Healthcare
Job Description
Job DescriptionImmediate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care contract/travel opportunity with our LTC facility in Las Vegas, NM.
Note: Prior Psych experience required
Pay Rate:
- $1,800/week (travel pay package if qualified)
- $42.00/hr (local candidate pay rate)
Available Work Schedules:
- 7:00am - 5:00pm (Days)
- 1:00pm - 11:00pm (Evenings)
- Schedule will be Sun-Wed or Thurs-Sun
- Must be flexible to cover all shifts if needed
- 40 hour weekly guarantee
Contract Details:
- 13 weeks to start (with option to extend)
Job Details
- Provide bedside care to patients and assist with personal hygiene and activities of daily living
- Assist with wound care, catheter management, and other skilled nursing procedures
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments, following facility policies and state nursing regulations
- Document care provided and resident status accurately and in a timely manner
- Collaborate with RNs, CNAs, and healthcare providers to develop and follow individualized care plans
- Educate residents and families about medications, treatments, and disease management
- Support residents' emotional well-being, providing compassionate care and meaningful interactions
- Supervise CNAs and other support staff, delegating tasks appropriately
- Recognize and report changes in patient condition to RNs and healthcare provider team
- Respond to emergencies and implement appropriate interventions within the LPN scope of practice
Qualifications
- Valid LPN License
- Prior Psych experience required
- 1+ year of LPN experience working in a LTC/SNF required (must have 1 year experience worked in last 3 years)
- One year of long term care experience preferred
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance