LPN/LVN - Long Term Care (Contract, Rio Rancho NM)

Ref #: C-LPN-9059613

Location: Rio Rancho, NM
Type: Contract (Non-Travel)
Duration: 11 weeks
Start: ASAP
Schedule: Tue, Thu, Fri, 6:00 PM–6:30 AM
Rate: Local: $1,120 / 36 hours

Requirements:

• Active LPN license for the state of New Mexico
• BLS certification

Key responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care under RN/physician direction: medication administration, wound care, vital signs, ADLs.
• Perform focused patient assessments and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Administer and monitor medications, IVs, and other treatments per protocols.
• Assess, clean, dress, and monitor wounds; watch for infection/complications.
• Obtain and document vital signs and changes in condition; maintain accurate medical records.
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for lab testing.
• Manage urinary catheters (insertion, care, monitoring) as required.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, and self-care.
• Provide basic life support and respond to emergencies per facility protocols.
• Follow infection control standards and proper PPE use.
• Handle, store, and dispose of medications and supplies safely and per regulations.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, CNAs, and other staff to coordinate care.
• May supervise CNAs/UAPs when assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.