Night-Shift LPN: Float Nurse for Veteran Care

Mainevets; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MainePERS Pension Plan

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

On-Demand Pay with Tapcheck

Shift differentials

Job summary

Maine Veterans' Homes in Augusta, ME is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time Night Shift Float role. You will cover multiple units, delivering compassionate care to our veterans during 7:00 PM–7:00 AM shifts, three nights per week, with every other weekend and holiday rotation.

Responsibilities include direct nursing care, med administration, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current Maine LPN license in good standing.
• Excellent clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing unit assignments.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
• Long-term care experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents.
• Float between units based on staffing and resident care needs.
• Assess residents and communicate changes in condition.
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Document care accurately and timely.
• Support a safe, respectful, and resident-centered environment.

Skills

Excellent clinical judgment

Communication skills

Adaptability

Compassionate care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Maine Veterans' Homes in Augusta, ME is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time Night Shift Float role. You will cover multiple units, delivering compassionate care to our veterans during 7:00 PM–7:00 AM shifts, three nights per week, with every other weekend and holiday rotation.

Responsibilities include direct nursing care, med administration, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to ensure resident-centered care.