LPN/LVN – Long Term Care (14-week Contract) – Night Shift, Santa Fe, NM

Ref #: C-LPN-9078390

Location: Santa Fe, NM
Type: Contract / Non-Travel
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 14 weeks
Schedule: Tue, Wed, Thu • 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM
Rate: Local: $1,213 / 36 hours

Required credentials

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license for the state of New Mexico
• BLS certification

Core responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under RN or physician direction: medication administration, wound care, vital signs, and basic procedures.
• Perform patient assessments (physical exam, history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately and per protocol.
• Evaluate, clean, dress, and monitor wounds, incisions, and injuries for infection or complications.
• Monitor and document vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respirations) and changes in condition.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including treatments, medications, and nursing observations.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, self-care, and preventative health measures.
• Administer and monitor IV medications/fluids and maintain IV lines as within LPN scope.
• Provide urinary catheter care (insertion when permitted by policy, maintenance, monitoring for complications).
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for lab testing according to procedure.
• Assist with patient comfort and safety: positioning, mobility support, pain management.
• Respond to emergencies and provide basic life support per facility protocols.
• Follow infection control practices, including hand hygiene and appropriate use of PPE.
• Handle, store, and dispose of medications and supplies per regulations.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, CNAs, and other staff to coordinate care.
• May supervise CNAs or unlicensed assistive personnel when assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of nursing practices and complete required training.
• Other duties as assigned by management.