LPN/LVN Contract - Long Term Care (Decatur, AL) 06:45 PM–07:15 AM, 9-Week Assignment

Ref #: C-LPN-9001379

Position type: Contract (Non-Travel) — Start: ASAP — Duration: 9 weeks
Location: Decatur, AL
Schedule: 06:45 PM–07:15 AM
Rate: Local: $1,003 / 34 hours

Minimum requirements

• Active, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) state license
• BLS certification

Key responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under RN or physician direction (medication administration, wound care, vital signs).
• Perform patient assessments (physical exam, medical history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Accurately administer medications and treatments per protocol; document administration.
• Assess, clean, dress, and monitor wounds/incisions for infection or complications.
• Monitor and record vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respirations) and report changes.
• Maintain accurate patient records: condition changes, treatments, medications.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, self-care, and preventive measures.
• Administer and monitor IV medications and fluids; ensure IV lines function properly.
• Provide catheter care (insertion, maintenance, monitoring) and observe for complications.
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for laboratory testing.
• Coordinate care with RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff.
• Support patient comfort and safety (positioning, mobility assistance, pain management).
• Respond to medical emergencies per protocol and provide basic life support as needed.
• Follow infection control practices (hand hygiene, PPE) and safe handling/disposal of medications and supplies.
• Advocate for patient rights and needs.
• May supervise CNAs or unlicensed assistive personnel as assigned.
• Complete other duties assigned by management.