Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse – Long-Term Care (Night Shift)
Location: Platte, SD
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Night Shift | 5:30 PM–6:00 AM | 12-Hour Shifts | Every Other Weekend
Guaranteed Hours: 36–48 Hours per Week
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes
Pay Rate
Local: $36–$38/hr
Traveler: $37–$39/hr
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse to provide safe and quality nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, medication administration experience, and the ability to support daily resident care.
Responsibilities
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
Monitor residents' conditions and report changes to the appropriate healthcare provider.
Perform nursing assessments and document patient care.
Coordinate care with Certified Nursing Assistants and other healthcare team members.
Assist with care planning and implementation.
Provide wound care and other nursing interventions as assigned.
Maintain accurate documentation in EPIC.
Promote resident safety, comfort, and dignity.
Follow infection-control procedures and established policies.
Required Qualifications
Active Licensed Practical Nurse license required.
Previous experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.
Ability to provide safe, compassionate nursing care to residents.
Flexibility to work nights and every other weekend.
Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills.
Familiarity with EPIC charting preferred.
Ability to take a 30-minute break per 8-hour shift.
Comfortable footwear recommended due to hardwood floors throughout the facility.
Black scrub tops and bottoms cannot be worn together.