LPN/LVN - Night Shift Long Term Care (Bloomfield, NM) 7-Week Contract

Ref #: C-LPN-9041664

Location: Bloomfield, NM
Type: Contract (Non-Travel)
Start: ASAP
Duration: 7 weeks
Schedule: Mon, Wed, 5:00 PM–5:00 AM
Rate: Local $828 / 24 hours

Required credentials

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

Core responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN/physician direction: medication administration, wound care, vital signs, and basic treatments.
• Perform focused patient assessments (physical exam, history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Safely administer prescribed medications and treatments, observing dosing and protocol.
• Assess, clean, dress, and monitor wounds/incisions for signs of infection or complications.
• Monitor and document vital signs and patient condition changes accurately and promptly.
• Maintain clear, accurate patient records of treatments, medications, and observations.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, self-care, and preventive measures.
• Insert, monitor, and manage IVs and IV-administered medications/fluids when within scope of practice.
• Provide catheter care (insertion, maintenance, monitoring) and observe for complications.
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for lab testing following protocol.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff to coordinate care.
• Assist with patient comfort and safety: positioning, mobility support, and pain management.
• Respond to emergencies per protocol and provide basic life support as needed.
• Follow infection control procedures and appropriate use of PPE.
• Handle, store, and dispose of medications and supplies per regulations.
• Supervise CNAs or unlicensed assistive personnel when assigned.
• Maintain current nursing knowledge through continuing education.
• Other duties as assigned by management.