LPN – LTAC/Subacute & Ventilator Care
Baltimore, Maryland
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital

Job Opportunity: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Float position covering multiple units including subacute rehab, long-term care (LTC), pulmonary care, ventilator care, and memory care.
• Work every other weekend.
• Units include:

  • Household Units (LTC): Long-term care for patients, including those with dementia or cognitive impairments. Requires attention to patient routines and needs.
  • Hall 1 (Subacute Care): 42-bed unit with high complexity needs including post-op, stroke, cardiac rehab, wound care.
  • Hall 2 (LTC/Memory Care): 50-bed unit with varying acuity including diabetes, cardiac issues, dementia.
  • Burk 1 (Pulmonary Care): 17-bed LTC unit with chronic and acute illness care, including chronic trach patients.
  • Burk 2 (Ventilator): 18-23 bed unit for patients with complex respiratory needs requiring ventilator support. Requires specialized training for ventilator care and alarm response.

Required Qualifications

• Valid LPN / LVN license in Maryland
• Minimum 1 year of Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association

Certifications & Compliance Requirements

• ACLS and BLS must be current and from an approved provider.
• Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years.
• Drug screening (9 panel) within 30 days of start.
• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to perform essential job functions.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year.
• Required immunizations/vaccinations including MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Flu (seasonal).
• Competency exams including medication and unit-specific skills.
• EKG/Dysrhythmia competency exam may be required depending on unit.
• Completion of facility-specific floating and time & attendance policies.
• Education verification and license primary source verification.
• Annual updates for certain CEUs (Stroke and Trauma) may be required depending on assignment duration.

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with patients of varying acuity.
• Must be able to recognize and respond to patient needs, especially in dementia and ventilator units.
• Floating between multiple units requires flexibility and adaptability.
• Some units require special attention to patient safety protocols (e.g., badge-in/out for dementia units).

Summary

This is a travel LPN position in Baltimore, MD, requiring at least 1 year of experience, ACLS and BLS certifications, and the ability to float across several specialized long-term care and subacute units including ventilator and pulmonary care. The contract length is approximately 14 weeks. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic work environment with a focus on patient safety and specialized care skills.