LPN/LVN Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care (Albuquerque, NM) - 14-Week Contract

Ref #: C-LPN-9126899

Location: Albuquerque, NM
Type: Contract (Non-Travel)
Start: ASAP
Duration: 14 weeks
Schedule: Saturday & Sunday, 06:00 AM–06:30 PM
Rate: Local: $610 / 24 hours

Requirements

• Valid, active LPN license for the state of New Mexico
• BLS certification

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 documenting administration.
• Assess, clean, dress, and monitor wounds/incisions for signs of infection or complication.
• Monitor and document vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, respiration) and clinical changes.
• Insert, assess, maintain, and monitor IV lines; administer and observe IV medications/fluids per facility policy.
• Manage urinary catheters (insertion, maintenance, monitoring) and recognize complications.
• Collect and label specimens (blood, urine, sputum) for laboratory testing.
• Maintain accurate patient records: condition changes, treatments, medications, and interventions.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, self-care, prevention, and discharge instructions.
• Support patient comfort and safety: positioning, mobility assistance, pain management.
• Respond to emergencies and provide basic life support per protocol.
• Adhere to infection control practices and PPE use.
• Safely handle, store, and dispose of medications and supplies according to regulations.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (RNs, physicians, therapists, support staff) for coordinated care.
• Advocate for patient rights and appropriate care.
• Supervise CNAs or unlicensed assistive personnel when assigned.
• Maintain competency through ongoing education and training.
• Other duties as assigned by management.