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

Ref #: C-LPN-9059584

Join a supportive team in Albuquerque, NM for a 7-week contract role starting ASAP. This is a local, non-travel position with a schedule of 6:30 AM–7:00 PM and a rate of $1,012 for a 36-hour period. If you’re a hands-on LPN who values teamwork and quality patient care, we’d love to hear from you.

What we need from you

• Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license for the state of New Mexico
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

What you’ll be doing
You’ll provide direct nursing care under the direction of RNs and physicians, focusing on safe, patient-centered practice. Typical duties include:

• Performing patient assessments (physical exams, medical history, medication review) and helping develop individualized care plans
• Administering medications and treatments accurately and following facility protocols
• Monitoring and documenting vital signs and any changes in patient condition
• Providing wound care—cleaning, dressing, and monitoring for infection or complications
• Managing IV therapy when required (insertion, monitoring, and ensuring proper function)
• Caring for patients with urinary catheters, including insertion, maintenance, and complication monitoring
• Collecting specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for lab testing
• Maintaining accurate patient records and documenting treatments and medication administration
• Educating patients and families about conditions, medications, and self-care to promote recovery and wellness
• Assisting with mobility, positioning, comfort measures, and pain management
• Responding promptly in emergencies and providing basic life support when needed
• Following infection control practices, PPE use, and safe handling/disposal of medications and supplies
• Promoting preventive care (vaccinations, screenings) and advocating for patients’ rights and needs
• Collaborating with the healthcare team—RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff—to coordinate care
• Supervising CNAs or unlicensed assistive personnel when assigned
• Staying up to date on nursing best practices and completing required education and training
• Performing other duties as assigned by management

If you’re organized, compassionate, and ready to step into a busy clinical role in Albuquerque, this contract is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact.