LPN / LVN - Long Term Care

Overview

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is needed for a 13-week contract in a post-acute and long-term care setting. The LPN partners with residents, RNs, and interdisciplinary care teams to promote a safe, therapeutic, and supportive environment through both direct and indirect patient care.

Candidates with licensure hits will not be considered. Previous employees are not eligible.

Local travelers are subject to a reduced local rate.

Unit Details

This role may include assignment or floating between the following unit types :

Specialized Alzheimer's / Dementia Care Unit (31 beds) :

Provides long-term care for residents with memory-related conditions. Requires effective verbal and non-verbal communication, understanding behavioral expressions, and supporting residents in a home-like environment.

Transitional Rehabilitation Unit (42 beds) :

Short-term skilled nursing and rehab for patients recovering from fractures, joint replacements, back surgery, stroke, or other conditions requiring therapy-focused care. Common duties include IV therapy, wound care, geriatric assessment, and management.

Long-Term Care Unit (42 beds) :

Provides ongoing care for residents requiring long-term placement in a supportive, home-like environment.

Requirements

Education

Associate degree in Nursing OR completion of a state-approved LPN program.

Active, current State of Maine or Compact LPN license .

Experience

Minimum 2 years of LPN experience required.

1 3 years of prior LPN or RN experience in LTC / SNF preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Strong teamwork, communication, and medical terminology knowledge preferred.

Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams.

Flexibility to work 24 / 7 scheduling needs and float to other units.

Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility.

Additional Notes

Up to 16 hours of orientation may be unpaid.

The facility may cancel up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract.

Bilingual not required.

EPIC EMR experience preferred but not required.

Holiday coverage required.