About This Position
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Contract Opportunity
Location: Hot Springs, SD 57747
Contract: 13 Weeks | Possible Extension
Schedule: Varied 8-Hour Shifts
Hours: 40 Hours/Week
Compensation
Travel Contract: $2,000 Weekly Gross
Local Rate: $45/Hour on W-2
Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a 13-week contract opportunity in Hot Springs, South Dakota, with the possibility of extension.
The LPN will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and serve as an important communication link between patients and the nursing team.
Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.
Participate in the development and updating of individualized patient care plans.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician/provider orders and facility policies.
Provide respiratory therapy modalities as assigned and within scope of practice.
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.
Follow and enforce infection-control policies and procedures.
Organize time and prioritize patient-care responsibilities effectively.
Monitor patients and promptly report changes in condition or incidents to the supervising RN.
Respond appropriately to stressful, unusual, and emergency situations.
Establish positive and professional relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Provide patient education during hospitalization and upon discharge.
Assist with orientation and continued learning of new staff members and students as appropriate.
Maintain professional and clinical competency through continuing education.
Apply and share new knowledge and clinical skills with the healthcare team.
Education & Qualifications
Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program.
Current and active LPN License required.
CPR certification required.
ACLS certification required.
COVID-19 vaccination required.
Strong communication, organization, and patient-care skills.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn facility-specific software and systems.
Ability to assess patient conditions using appropriate visual, auditory, and manual skills.
Ability to work effectively under the supervision of an RN and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Required for Submission
Candidates must provide:
Updated Resume
Active LPN License
CPR Certification
ACLS Certification
COVID-19 Vaccination
Copy of Driver’s License
Two Professional References, preferably from a Manager or Supervisor
Any additional documentation required by the facility
Pay: $1,950.00 - $2,000.00 per week
Experience:
LPN: 1 year (Required)
Recent Hospital LPN: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
LPN (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
ACLS Certification (Required)
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Required)
Night Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Experience
CPR Certification, Nursing, Computer literacy, BLS Certification, ACLS Certification, Driver's License, Organizational skills, LPN, Hospital experience
