LPN/LVN Long-Term Care (13Week Contract, Albuquerque) — $914/36-hr Local Pay

Ref #: C-LPN-9113091

Location: Albuquerque, NM | Type: Contract (Non-Travel) | Duration: 13 weeks | Start: ASAP
Schedule: 06:30 AM–07:00 PM | Rate: Local $914/36 hours

Overview
Join a collaborative care team as a Licensed Practical Nurse providing direct patient care in Albuquerque. This contract role emphasizes safe, evidence-based nursing practice, patient education, and interdisciplinary coordination.

Required Qualifications

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

Core Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under RN/physician supervision, including medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring.
• Conduct focused patient assessments (physical exam, history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Safely administer medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and protocol adherence.
• Manage wounds and incisions: assess, clean, dress, and monitor for infection or complications.
• Monitor and document vital signs and changes in patient condition accurately and promptly.
• Maintain thorough patient records on treatments, medications, and clinical observations.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, self-care, and preventive health measures.
• Initiate and monitor IV therapy and fluids; ensure IV line integrity and safe administration.
• Provide catheter care, including insertion, maintenance, and surveillance for complications.
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for laboratory testing per procedure.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure coordinated care.
• Address patient comfort and safety needs, including mobility support, positioning, and pain management.
• Respond to emergencies following protocols and provide basic life support as needed.
• Follow infection control standards and proper use of PPE.
• Comply with medication, supply handling, storage, and disposal regulations.
• Promote preventive health (vaccinations, screenings) and support health maintenance activities.
• Advocate for patient rights and appropriate care within the healthcare team.
• Participate in ongoing education to remain current with nursing best practices and regulations.
• May supervise CNAs or other unlicensed assistive personnel as assigned.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.

Equal Opportunity
Committed to delivering patient-centered care in a respectful, inclusive environment.