LPN Post Acute LTC

LPN Post Acute LTC

Tryfacta is seeking an LPN Post Acute LTC for our client in Lewiston, ME 04240. This is a temporary 13 weeks contract assignment. If you meet the qualifications listed below and are interested, please apply now!

Position Title:

LPN Post Acute LTC

Location:

Lewiston, ME 04240 Duration: 13 Weeks

Work Schedule:

Nights 7p-7a Pay rate for Local - $40 to $43/hr on W2 For Traveller - $50 to $55/hr Blended

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care to residents in a safe, compassionate, and therapeutic environment.
• Assess, monitor, and document residents' physical, emotional, and psychosocial conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and according to facility policies.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and promote maximum independence and comfort.
• Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to the appropriate healthcare providers.
• Provide specialized care for residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia using effective verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
• Recognize and appropriately respond to behavioral symptoms associated with dementia, understanding these behaviors as potential forms of communication.
• Deliver skilled nursing services, including IV therapy, wound care, and geriatric assessments when required.
• Support rehabilitation goals for short-term patients recovering from surgeries, strokes, fractures, and other illnesses or injuries.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, treatments, medications, and resident responses.
• Educate residents and family members regarding health conditions, treatments, medications, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate effectively with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality resident care.
• Adhere to infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards at all times.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and changes in resident status.
• Participate in shift reports, care conferences, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Float between assigned units and adapt to varying resident care needs as required.
• Maintain flexibility to provide coverage across all shifts, including weekends, holidays, and a 24/7 care environment.
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy, rights, and quality of life in a home-like setting.
• Perform other nursing duties as assigned in accordance with the scope of RN/LPN practice and facility policies.

To be considered for this position, you should have:

• Active ME state or Compact LPN License
• BLS by AHA
• 2 Years of experience as LPN in SNF/LTC or Acute care

Tryfacta is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.