Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) — Long Term Care | Muscle Shoals, AL (7‑Week Contract)

Ref #: C-LPN-9057073

Contract | Non-Travel — Muscle Shoals, AL
Start: ASAP | Duration: 7 weeks | Shift: 06:00 AM–06:00 PM
Rate: Local: $882/36-hours

Overview:
Seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse to provide compassionate, hands-on patient care in a clinical setting. This contract role emphasizes accurate assessment, safe medication and wound management, thorough documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Required:

• Active LPN license in the state of Alabama
• BLS certification

Key responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care under RN or physician direction, including medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring.
• Perform patient assessments (physical exam, history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately, following protocols and safety standards.
• Manage wound care: assess, cleanse, dress, and monitor for signs of infection or complications.
• Continuously monitor and document vital signs and changes in patient condition.
• Maintain precise, timely patient records, including treatments and medication administration.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, self-care, and prevention measures.
• Initiate and monitor IV therapy and manage urinary catheters per facility policy.
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for laboratory testing.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff to coordinate care.
• Support patient comfort and safety (positioning, mobility assistance, pain management).
• Respond to emergencies and provide basic life support as needed.
• Follow infection control practices, proper PPE use, and safe handling/disposal of medications and supplies.
• Promote preventive health measures and advocate for patient rights and needs.
• Participate in ongoing education to maintain competency; may supervise CNAs or assistive personnel as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

This role requires strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication to ensure high-quality patient care.