Travel Licensed Practical Nurse Long-Term Care Job

Overview Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long-Term Care position in Lewiston, Maine. This travel assignment starts June 29, 2026 and lasts 13 weeks, covering dementia-focused care, transitional rehabilitation, and long-term care needs in a hospital setting. Pay ranges from $1,617 to $1,729 per week, with no guaranteed hours. Shift is daytime, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The role requires out-of-area candidates and provides a structured, team-based environment focused on geriatric care. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $1,617–$1,729 Guaranteed hours: 0 Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. Start date: 06/29/2026 Work setting: hospital-based long-term, dementia care, transitional rehabilitation units in Lewiston, ME Responsibilities Provide direct and indirect nursing care to residents on assigned units, including dementia care, long-term care, and rehabilitation needs, in collaboration with RNs and other care team members. Administer medications and treatments per policy, monitor responses, and perform routine procedures such as wound care and IV therapy within scope. Conduct geriatric assessments, monitor for changes, document findings, and promptly report significant changes to the supervising RN. Communicate effectively with residents and families using verbal and non-verbal techniques, especially with residents who have Alzheimer's/dementia, to support a therapeutic environment. Maintain patient safety, perform basic nursing duties, support activities of daily living, and uphold infection control and safety standards. Float to other units as needed and participate in coverage to meet 24/7 staffing requirements. Requirements Active State of Maine or compact Licensed Practical Nurse license. Associate degree in Nursing or graduation from a Maine State Board approved LPN program. 1–3 years of RN/LPN experience preferred. Medical terminology knowledge a plus; strong teamwork and communication skills; ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced setting. Candidate must reside outside of a 50-mile radius; candidates with licensure hits will not be considered. Benefits Up to 16 hours of unpaid orientation. 13-week contract with potential for unit-wide coverage adjustments during the assignment. Equal opportunity, affirmative action employment stance. #J-18808-Ljbffr