LPN 6 Medical/Surgical
New London, New Hampshire
New London Hospital

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Medical/Surgical Unit (Night Shift)

Location: New London, New Hampshire
Employment Type: Temporary
Shift: Nights
Hours per Day: 12
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide safe, high-quality nursing care to general medical/surgical patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Engage patients and families effectively and communicate clearly. Practice in accordance with New Hampshire nursing regulations and facility policies. May administer intravenous medications after completing state-approved training and with RN delegation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document nursing assessments, interventions, and patient/family education for stable patients.
• Review patient plans of care and active orders in the electronic medical record (EPIC) before providing care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, nutrition, and hydration as ordered.
• Conduct focused assessments including vital signs, pain, skin/wound, drains/ostomies, fluid balance, and nutritional status.
• Administer oral, topical, inhaled medications, and possibly IV medications after approved training and RN delegation.
• Apply dressings and assistive devices as needed.
• Report assessment findings and care suggestions to the interdisciplinary team and supervising RN.
• Follow policies related to safety, medication administration, patient identification, specimen handling, documentation, attendance, and scheduling.
• Participate in required training, competency assessments, and staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Current New Hampshire LPN license or Compact License (must be uploaded with profile).
• Minimum 2 years of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) experience in Medical/Surgical settings.
• Experience with EPIC electronic medical records system.
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• IV certification strongly encouraged; on-site training available if needed.
• Must have a permanent address included in profile.
• Must have own vehicle for transportation to the assignment.
• One supervisory signed reference from within the past two years of employment.
• Medical Surgical skills checklist current within 1 year.

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is a strong plus but not required.
• Requests for time off (RTO) must be submitted and verified at the time of application; no more than 5 days of RTO will be accepted. Late requests may result in offer rescission.
• Local travelers are not eligible for this assignment.
• No orientation hours required for this assignment.
• Holiday and overtime multipliers apply as per facility policy.

Work Environment & Community

• Facility uses EPIC electronic medical records.
• Located in a scenic New England region known for outdoor activities year-round including lakes, mountains, and cultural events.
• The community offers a relaxed lifestyle with seasonal festivals, markets, and entertainment.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive team environment providing patient-centered care in a well-regarded medical/surgical unit.