Location:
Springfield, VT
Pay:
$1,952.00 per week (Gross / Travel Package)
Job Type:
Full-time, Travel / Contract
Shift & Schedule:
- Day / Evening or Evening / Night rotations
- 8-hour or 12-hour shifts (flexible scheduling available)
- Weekend rotation as needed
Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable, compassionate, and experienced Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a contract position at a skilled nursing facility in Springfield, VT. In this role, you will deliver person-centered care, administer medications, manage chronic conditions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support residents’ health and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer scheduled medications, routine injections, and prescribed treatments accurately
- Perform wound care, dressing changes, and clinical procedures in line with individualized care plans
- Monitor vital signs, conduct regular health assessments, and promptly document clinical changes
- Collaborate closely with RN supervisors, attending physicians, CNAs, therapists, and resident families
- Complete real-time clinical charting and documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Maintain strict adherence to resident safety guidelines, infection control standards, and safe patient-handling protocols
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
- Licensure: Active, unencumbered LPN license in the State of Vermont (or valid multi-state compact license)
- Certifications: Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA or ARC approved)
- Experience: Minimum of 1+ year of direct nursing experience in a Long-Term Care (LTC) or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environment
- Core Competencies:
- Proficiency in EHR clinical charting and care plan execution
- Strong communication skills for family updates and interdisciplinary handoffs
- Knowledge of safe lifting/movement techniques for nursing home residents
- Training or competency in de-escalation and managing aggressive behaviors
- Completion of OSHA safety questionnaire and clinical compliance screenings prior to start
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior travel nursing contract experience
- Advanced experience with complex wound dressings and staging
- Familiarity with palliative care and restorative nursing principles
What We Offer
- Gross Pay: $1,952.00 / week
- Direct deposit weekly pay
- Dedicated clinical and recruiter support throughout your assignment