Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Job Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide quality nursing care to all patients while serving as an integral member of the nursing staff. The candidate will respect patient rights and dignity, ensuring all patients receive appropriate care from birth to elderly. Responsibilities will vary depending on assigned areas and may include working in conjunction with Health Aides to ensure rooms are stocked and check-lists are completed, as well as assisting in ordering medical supplies. The LPN may be requested to screen calls over the phone and assist mid-level practitioners in the clinic after hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to patients while respecting their rights and dignity.
• Collaborate with Health Aides and ensure proper stocking and maintenance of patient care areas.
• Assist in ordering medical supplies as needed.
• Screen calls and provide assistance to mid-level staff as requested.
• Apply age-specific considerations and cultural diversity in patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program and licensed as an LPN in the State of Alaska in good standing.
• New graduates are welcome; one year of hospital experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification (BCLS) required.
• IV certification course preferred.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to work in a patient care setting required.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!