Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) — Long-Term Care, 12-Week Contract — Falmouth, ME — PM Shift

Ref #: C-LPN-9011978

Location: Falmouth, ME | Type: Contract (Non-Travel) | Duration: 12 weeks | Start: ASAP
Schedule: Sun, Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat — 2:45 PM–11:15 PM | Rate: Local $1,244/40 hrs

Position overview:
Provide direct nursing care under RN or physician oversight in an outpatient or facility setting. Deliver safe, patient-centered care through assessment, treatment, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Required qualifications:

• Active, valid LPN state license
• BLS certification

Key responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments (history, physical findings, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately, following protocols and documenting administration.
• Monitor and record vital signs and changes in patient condition; maintain clear, timely charting.
• Provide wound care: evaluate, cleanse, dress, and monitor for infection or complications.
• Manage IV therapy and urinary catheters as indicated, ensuring proper insertion, maintenance, and monitoring.
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for laboratory testing.
• Assist with patient mobility, positioning, comfort measures, and pain management.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, and self-care to support recovery and prevention.
• Respond to emergencies using established protocols and basic life support as needed.
• Adhere to infection control practices, PPE use, and safe medication/supply handling and disposal.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, CNAs, and support staff to coordinate care; may supervise CNAs/UAPs when assigned.
• Promote preventive care and patient advocacy.
• Maintain professional competency through ongoing education and perform other duties as assigned by management.