Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) — Contract, Rochester NH, 07:0015:30, 8-Week Assignment

Ref #: C-LPN-9119908

Location: Rochester, NH
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 8 weeks (Contract, Non-Travel)
Schedule: 07:00 AM–03:30 PM, Sun–Sat
Rate: Local: $589/16-hours

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) state license
• BLS certification
• Current, valid documentation as required by facility/employer

Core responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under RN/physician direction: medication administration, wound care, vital signs, ADL assistance.
• Perform focused patient assessments (physical exam, history, medication review) and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments accurately, following protocols and medication safety procedures.
• Assess, clean, dress, and manage wounds; monitor for infection and complications.
• Monitor and document vital signs and changes in patient condition; maintain accurate medical records.
• Insert, monitor and care for IV lines and administer IV medications/fluids where authorized.
• Manage urinary catheters (insertion, maintenance, monitoring for complications) as permitted by scope.
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for laboratory testing.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, self-care, and preventive health measures.
• Provide basic comfort, mobility assistance, positioning, and pain management.
• Respond to emergencies following facility protocols and provide basic life support as needed.
• Follow infection control practices and proper PPE use.
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of medications and medical supplies per policy and regulations.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, therapists, CNAs and support staff to coordinate patient care.
• Supervise CNAs/UAPs when assigned and ensure task delegation aligns with scope of practice.
• Maintain professional development and comply with regulatory and facility standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.