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Job Description
Job Title: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care (LTC)
Specialty: Long Term Care (LTC)
Location: Wakefield, MI
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Pay Rate: $43 per hour
Shift: 7 AM - 7 PM, 48 hours scheduled per week, with a 46-hour weekly guarantee
Experience Required:
- 2+ years of experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) or Long Term Care (LTC) as an LPN
- Travel nursing experience is desired
Certification Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)
State License Requirements: Active Michigan LPN/LVN license
Job Description:
We are seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a specialty in Long Term Care (LTC) for a 13-week contract in Wakefield, MI. This position offers a competitive pay rate of $59 per hour, with 48 hours scheduled per week and a 46-hour weekly guarantee. The shift is from 7 AM to 7 PM.
In this role, you will provide high-quality care to residents in a long-term care setting, focusing on enhancing their quality of life. You will be responsible for administering medications, assisting with daily activities, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for the residents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care facility.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitor residents’ health status and report any changes to the healthcare team.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of nursing care.
- Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
Qualifications:
- Valid LVN/LPN license in the state of Michigan.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) or Long Term Care (LTC).
- Previous travel nursing experience is preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.