Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Livermore Falls, ME 04254

Contract: 13 weeks contract with posibility of extension

Schedule: 5×8 Evening Shift | Hours: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week

Pay: $50-55/hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality nursing care in a supportive healthcare environment. In this role, you will care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while supporting their health, safety, comfort, and overall well-being. Your responsibilities will include skilled nursing care, monitoring patient needs, and assisting with specialized care such as G-tubes, tracheostomies, and ventilators. This position is ideal for a flexible, fast-learning, and team-oriented LPN who is committed to providing compassionate and dependable patient care.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and comprehensive nursing care to residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assess residents' health conditions and monitor changes in their physical and behavioral status.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
• Provide care for residents with G-tubes, tracheostomies, and ventilators.
• Monitor vital signs and report significant changes in residents' conditions to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Assist with activities of daily living while promoting resident dignity, independence, and safety.
• Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation and patient records.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, CNAs, therapists, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Follow infection-control procedures, safety standards, and facility policies.
• Respond appropriately to changes in resident conditions and emergency situations.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive care environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to learn and adapt to residents' individual care needs.

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• BLS Certificate
• Previous nursing experience in long-term care, ICF, developmental disabilities, or a similar healthcare setting preferred
• Experience with G-tubes, tracheostomies, and ventilators
• Strong patient assessment and clinical skills
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Must be flexible, dependable, and a fast learner
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Flu vaccination required

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program

License/Certification:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (Required)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person