Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Per Diem PRN - $48.23 per hour
Nursa10 months ago
Stockton, CA, United States
On-site
Temporary
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Join our growing network of dedicated and experienced licensed practical nurses (LPNs) finding high-paying per diem job opportunities in Stockton, California. LPNs provide basic nursing care and treatment to patients under the supervision and guidance of nursing supervisors or physicians. With Nursa, practical nurses can work in a variety of settings, including nursing and residential care facilities, long-term care centers, assisted living facilities (ALFs), hospitals, home healthcare services, physicians’ offices, and more.
Key Responsibilities
- Interview patients and record their medical histories
- Monitor patients’ health by checking their vital signs, including pulse rate, blood pressure, and body temperature
- Provide basic patient care and comfort, including changing bandages and helping with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating
- Observe, record, and report changes in a patient’s condition to registered nurses (RNs), advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), or physicians
- Document patient care and maintain health records
- Maintain patient confidentiality
- Perform or assist in clinical tests, such as phlebotomy duties and urinalysis
- Maintain safety standards and infection control procedures
Required Qualifications
- Current and valid practical nurse license
- Ability to work both without immediate supervision and as part of a team
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to provide compassionate and reliable care
- Good time management, organization, and problem-solving skills
Benefits & Perks
- Nursa Direct: Access your earnings as soon as your shift is verified.
- Hooray Health: Explore affordable supplemental coverage for peace of mind between shifts.
- ShiftReady: Complete facility-required training and skill refreshers before your next assignment.
- Keeper Tax: Automatically track deductions and manage write-offs throughout the year.
These benefits are designed to help you take control of your work, your time, and your financial future.
Required Skills
Vital Signs Monitoring
Infection Control
Team Collaboration
Excellent Communication
Time Management
Bandage Changing
Assistance with Daily Living
Patient Interviewing
Basic Patient Care
Observation & Reporting
Urinalysis
Health Records Documentation
Phlebotomy
Medical History Recording