Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care
Claremont, New Hampshire
Sullivan County Health Care

Job Opportunity: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Claremont, New Hampshire
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide continuous observation of residents, noting changes in mental and physical well-being and communicating with supervisors and physicians as needed.
• Receive and carry out physician’s orders accurately, including medication administration and treatments, with proper electronic documentation.
• Supervise Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) according to New Hampshire Board of Nursing requirements.
• Assign and oversee nursing staff resident care consistent with abilities and scope of practice; assist direct-care staff as needed.
• Accompany physicians on resident rounds and facilitate communication during 60-day reviews.
• Administer oxygen, gastrostomy/jejunostomy feedings, and perform wound care including knowledge of wound vacs.
• Monitor unit activities such as therapy appointments, ambulation lists, vital signs, and nutritional documentation.
• Oversee infection control practices and maintain a clean, hazard-free unit environment.
• Admit, discharge, and transfer residents with appropriate documentation and notifications.
• Complete 24-hour reports, review new orders, and maintain communication with Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor.
• Communicate with residents’ families regarding concerns, new orders, and consent as necessary.
• Manage assigned unit(s) during shifts under direction of Nursing Supervisor or Director of Nursing Services.
• Follow state and federal regulations for controlled medications, including shift change counts and discrepancy reporting.
• Assist with orientation and ongoing education of nursing staff; evaluate staff performance and recommend disciplinary actions as needed.

Requirements

• Specialty: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Experience: Minimum 3+ years current experience within the last 6 months (highest required)
• Certifications:

  • IV Certification (must be willing to obtain during onboarding if not currently certified)
  • BLS Certification
  • Active nursing license
• Vaccinations: COVID-19 vaccination required (no exemptions accepted)
• Additional:

  • Must be willing to float to other areas where experienced
  • Prior travel experience is highly preferred but not required
  • Experience in rural or small facility settings is highly preferred
  • Must have own transportation due to rural location and limited public transit
  • Locals residing within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted

Work Details

• Shift: Evenings
• Dress Code: Scrubs (matching top and bottoms)
• Overtime: Paid at 1.25x after 40 hours (or 48 hours depending on contract hours)
• Callbacks: Minimum 2 hours at 1.25x pay
• Orientation: No paid orientation hours
• Cancellation Policy: Employer reserves the right to cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract
• Timekeeping: Clock in/out at facility; no paper timecards signed by managers

Location Notes

• The facility is located in a very rural area approximately 2 hours from Boston, MA.
• Limited housing options and public transportation; candidates must have reliable personal transportation.

This position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive nursing care in a long-term care setting, supporting residents’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs while working closely with a dedicated healthcare team.