LPN/LVN Night Shift – Long-Term Care (Contract, St. Albans, VT)

Ref #: C-LPN-9053235

Location: St. Albans City, VT | Type: Contract (Non-Travel) | Start: ASAP | Duration: 16 weeks | Shift: 11:00 PM–07:30 AM | Rate: Local $1,368/40 hours

Requirements:

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

Overview:
Provide direct, patient-centered nursing care in collaboration with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team. This night-shift contract role emphasizes safe medication administration, wound care, monitoring, documentation, and patient education while following established protocols and infection-control standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients through physical exams, health histories, and medication reviews to support individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately, following dosing and facility protocols.
• Perform wound care, dressing changes, and monitor for signs of infection or complications.
• Monitor, record, and interpret vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respirations) and report changes promptly.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient status, treatments, and medication administration.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, self-care, and preventive health measures.
• Initiate and monitor IV therapy, ensuring proper line function and site care as indicated by facility policy.
• Manage urinary catheters, including insertion, maintenance, and surveillance for complications.
• Collect and label patient specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for laboratory testing.
• Promote patient comfort and safety—assist with positioning, mobility, and pain management.
• Respond to emergencies and provide basic life support according to protocol.
• Follow strict infection-control practices, including hand hygiene and appropriate PPE use.
• Handle, store, and dispose of medications and supplies safely and in compliance with regulations.
• Advocate for patients’ rights and needs, and contribute to continuity of care through effective communication with the care team.
• Supervise CNAs or unlicensed assistive personnel when delegated, to ensure quality patient care.
• Participate in ongoing education to maintain competency and stay current with nursing standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

This position requires dependable night-shift availability and a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate care within a structured clinical environment.