LPN/LVN - 8-Week Contract, Long-Term Care Evening Shift — Keene, NH

Ref #: C-LPN-9072940

Location: Keene, NH | Start: ASAP | Duration: 8 weeks | Shift: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM | Type: Contract (Non-Travel) | Rate: $1,292/40 hrs (local)

Overview:
Seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to provide high-quality bedside care in Keene, NH. This contract position requires clinical competence, strong communication, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Required Qualifications:

• Current, active LPN license in the practicing state
• BLS certification

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care under RN or physician direction, including medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring
• Conduct focused patient assessments (physical exam, history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans
• Safely administer medications and treatments, ensuring correct dosing and adherence to protocols
• Manage wound care: assess, clean, dress, and monitor for infection or complications
• Monitor and document vital signs and changes in patient condition accurately and promptly
• Maintain comprehensive, compliant patient records of treatments, responses, and communications
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, self-care, and preventive measures
• Administer and monitor IV medications/fluids and manage IV lines as indicated
• Provide catheter care (insertion, maintenance, monitoring) and collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for lab testing
• Support patient comfort and safety through positioning, mobility assistance, and pain management
• Respond to emergencies following facility protocols and provide basic life support as needed
• Adhere to infection control standards, including hand hygiene and appropriate PPE use
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of medications and supplies per regulations
• Advocate for patient needs and coordinate care with RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff
• Supervise CNAs or unlicensed assistive personnel when applicable
• Participate in ongoing education to stay current with nursing best practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

If you meet the qualifications and are available for the specified shift and duration, please apply.