Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care (LTC)

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long-Term Care (LTC)

Sullivan County Health Care | Claremont, New Hampshire

13-Week Travel Contract | Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | No On-Call

Are you an experienced LPN looking for your next rewarding travel assignment? Join the dedicated nursing team at Sullivan County Health Care in Claremont, New Hampshire! We are seeking a compassionate, knowledgeable, and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse to provide exceptional care to residents in a long-term care setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who thrives in a close-knit healthcare environment, enjoys taking a leadership role, and is passionate about making a difference in residents' daily lives.

• Facility: Sullivan County Health Care

• Location: Claremont, NH

• Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Specialty: Long-Term Care (LTC)

• Contract Length: 13 Weeks

• Start Date: December 1, 2026

• Shift: Days

• Schedule: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

• Shift Length: 12 Hours

• Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend

• On-Call: None

• Open Positions: 1

As an LPN, you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality resident care while supporting daily nursing operations and supervising nursing assistants within your assigned unit.

Resident Care & Clinical Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' physical and mental well-being, recognize changes in condition, and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.

• Accurately document medication administration, treatments, and resident care using electronic MAR/TAR systems.

• Perform wound care and provide care for residents requiring wound vac management.

• Administer oxygen and gastrostomy/jejunostomy feedings according to facility policies and procedures.

• Receive, transcribe, and implement physician orders accurately.

• Assist with resident admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Leadership & Unit Management

• Supervise Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) in accordance with New Hampshire Board of Nursing regulations.

• Delegate assignments based on staff qualifications, competencies, and scope of practice.

• Monitor resident care and ensure nursing staff maintain appropriate documentation.

• Oversee infection prevention practices and maintain a safe, clean care environment.

• Manage assigned nursing units during your shift under the direction of the Nursing Supervisor or Director of Nursing.

• Assist with staff orientation, education, and training.

Communication & Coordination

• Participate in physician rounds and facilitate communication regarding resident care needs.

• Communicate with residents' families regarding concerns, new physician orders, and required consents.

• Complete shift reports, 24-hour reports, and required clinical documentation.

• Coordinate resident appointments, therapy schedules, weights, vital signs, and nutritional documentation.

• Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.

• Minimum of 3 years of current LPN experience , with experience within the last 6 months.

• Active New Hampshire LPN license in hand at the time of submission (compact license accepted).

• Active BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

• IV certification required; candidates without current IV certification must be willing to obtain it during onboarding.

• Must be willing to float to units where they have experience.

• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and direction to nursing support staff.

• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.

Please review all requirements carefully before Applying

• Local Candidates: Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility will NOT be accepted.

• Transportation: Candidates must have their own reliable transportation.

• Floating: Must be willing to float to units where experienced.

• IV Certification: Must be certified or willing to obtain certification during onboarding.

• COVID Vaccination: Required. Declinations and exemptions are NOT accepted. Proof of vaccination must be uploaded with the submission.