Night Shift LPN - Geriatric Care (AZ Contract)

TEEMA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TeemaGroup is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a contracted full-time position with the State of Arizona. The role covers 6:30pm to 6:00am on 36–48 hours per week, handling medication administration, treatments, and on-unit patient care.

You will observe and report on patient status, participate in shift reports, and support interdisciplinary teamwork with a focus on geriatric nursing and QA processes.

Qualifications

• LPN license required and in good standing.
• Geriatric nursing theory and practice knowledge.
• Ability to perform wound care, medications and treatments as ordered.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report the effectiveness of medications and treatments.
• Ensure supplies and medications are available for on-unit use.
• Receive and relay resident information to the team and families.
• Participate in shift handoffs and QA processes.
• Communicate with residents, families and staff for coordinated care.
• Complete admission assessments and assist with care planning.
• Maintain documentation of diagnosis, observations, and progress.
• Contribute to QAPI program participation.

Skills

Observation & reporting

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Team nursing

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

TeemaGroup is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a contracted full-time position with the State of Arizona. The role covers 6:30pm to 6:00am on 36–48 hours per week, handling medication administration, treatments, and on-unit patient care.

You will observe and report on patient status, participate in shift reports, and support interdisciplinary teamwork with a focus on geriatric nursing and QA processes.