About This Position
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a 13-week travel assignment in a Long-Term Care/Assisted Living setting. This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality nursing care to residents in a close-knit rural community while working alongside an experienced healthcare team.
Job Details
Position: Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Long-Term Care (LTC)
Location: Eagle Butte, South Dakota
Shift: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM (12-hour Day Shift)
Schedule: 36 hours per week
Job Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements
Active LPN license in South Dakota or a Compact (Multistate) License, as applicable.
Minimum of 1 year of recent Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, or Assisted Living experience preferred.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Willingness to work in a rural healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
Deliver direct nursing care to residents in accordance with individualized care plans.
Administer medications, treatments, and monitor residents' responses.
Assess residents' physical and emotional conditions and promptly report any changes.
Monitor vital signs and maintain accurate, timely electronic documentation.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Assist with admissions, discharges, and ongoing resident assessments.
Educate residents and families regarding care plans and health management.
Follow infection prevention protocols and maintain a safe care environment.
Ensure compliance with all facility, state, and federal nursing regulations.
Assignment Highlights
Facility-provided housing available for travelers.
Free on-site laundry access.
Low resident census, allowing for personalized patient care.
Free or low-cost meal options available on-site.
Ideal opportunity for healthcare professionals who enjoy working in a peaceful, rural community.
Pay: $28.00 - $34.00 per hour
Experience:
Recent Long-Term Care, Skilled Nursing, or Assisted Living: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Active LPN (Multistate) (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Experience
Skilled nursing facility experience, Vital signs, BLS Certification, Care documentation, Medication pass administration, Initial patient assessment, Clinical assessment documentation, LPN, Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)
