LPN/LVN (Licensed Practical Nurse) — Long Term Care, Evening Shift (Bloomfield, NM)

Ref #: C-LPN-9119722

Contract (Non-Travel) LPN position in Bloomfield, NM — Start ASAP for a 6-week assignment. Schedule: Tue–Thu, 5:00 PM–5:30 AM. Local rate: $1,145 per 36-hour week.

Required credentials

• Active, valid Licensed Practical Nurse state license
• Current BLS certification

Core responsibilities

• Provide direct bedside nursing under RN/physician direction: medication administration, wound care, IV management, catheter care, and vital sign monitoring.
• Perform focused patient assessments (physical exam, history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care planning.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately; monitor for effectiveness and adverse effects.
• Assess, clean, dress, and document wounds and incisions; monitor for infection or complications.
• Insert, maintain and monitor IV lines; collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for lab testing.
• Maintain accurate, timely patient documentation of condition changes, treatments, and medication administration.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, self-care, and preventive health measures.
• Assist with mobility, positioning, comfort, pain management, and basic activities of daily living.
• Respond to emergencies using established protocols and provide basic life support as needed.
• Follow strict infection control practices and safe medication/supply handling and disposal.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, CNAs/UAPs and other team members to coordinate care; may supervise CNAs/UAPs as appropriate.
• Advocate for patient rights and needs and participate in continuing education to maintain best-practice skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Location: Bloomfield, NM. Assignment details provided upon application.