Licensed Practical Nurse - Gastonia, North Carolina

Step into a rewarding role in a skilled nursing facility, providing dedicated care to individuals recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. This contract opportunity is ideal for seasoned LPNs specializing in long-term or rehabilitation nursing and offers exposure to diverse patient populations and advanced clinical skills within a collaborative environment.

Schedule & Hours

• 8-hour night shifts (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM), Monday to Friday
• 40 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Expectation to work 75% of scheduled holidays
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required within the region’s facilities as needs arise; paid travel time when moving between locations mid-shift

Qualifications

• Active LPN license with current BLS certification
• Minimum 18 months’ experience in a skilled nursing/long-term care rehabilitation setting
• Recent experience in trach management, wound care, foley care, IV starts/management, and tube feedings
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred but not mandatory
• Willingness to float between regional locations in accordance with facility needs
• Permanent address must be at least 50 miles from primary worksite

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate clinical care to patients with conditions such as stroke, amputation, neurological disorders, and post joint replacement
• Perform wound and dressing changes, assist with foley care, manage trach tubes, and conduct IV administration and tube feedings
• Accurately document all care provided using EPIC EMR system
• Collaborate closely with nursing leadership, healthcare technicians, therapists, and case management teams
• Support daily admissions and ensure continuity of care across shifts and locations
• Adhere to established policies, including scrub color requirements (ceil blue) and departmental protocols

Benefits

• Streamlined orientation with robust department support
• Opportunity to expand clinical skills in a specialized, multidisciplinary environment
• Free on-site parking
• Consistent scheduling with the possibility for extended hours

Ready for a challenging role where your skills make a difference across an integrated care region? Submit your application today and become a vital part of a compassionate healthcare team.