Find LPN Jobs in Boulder City

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 skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), long-term care (LTC) centers, assisted living facilities (ALFs), hospitals, home healthcare services, physicians’ offices, and more.

LPN responsibilities:

Although specific job duties will vary depending on your working location, the responsibilities of an LPN in any healthcare setting generally include the following:

• Monitor patient health by checking vital signs, including pulse rate, blood pressure, and body temperature
• Monitor patient diet, intake, and output
• Provide basic patient care and comfort, including changing bandages, repositioning, and helping with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating
• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and positioning
• Administer medications as prescribed and as permitted by state licensure and facility policy
• Assist with oxygen therapy and monitor oxygen delivery as ordered
• Perform or assist with clinical tests, such as phlebotomy duties and urinalysis, as permitted by the state's scope of practice
• Administer vaccinations as permitted by state and facility regulations
• Remove sutures or staples as permitted by the state's scope of practice
• Monitor patients after treatments and document changes in condition
• Collect patient information and record medical histories using electronic health/medical record (EHR/EMR) systems, as required
• Document patient care and maintain up-to-date health records
• Observe and report changes in a patient's condition to registered nurses (RNs), advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), or physicians
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with privacy requirements
• Educate patients and their families on care routines, treatments, and next steps as appropriate
• Offer emotional support to patients and their families
• Prepare patients for discharge or transfer by completing care tasks, handoff reports, and patient education
• Assist in supervising or training certified nursing assistants (CNAs) or nurse aides
• Assist with patient transport within or between care areas
• Maintain safety standards, including fall prevention practices, proper equipment use, and compliance with facility procedures
• Follow hygiene and infection control procedures
• Monitor supply levels and assist with inventory management

LPN qualifications:

The following qualifications include requirements for LPN licensure and capabilities typically expected by healthcare facilities posting shifts on the Nursa platform:

• Complete a state-approved practical nursing educational program (high school diploma or equivalent required for program admission)
• Pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN)
• Hold a current and unencumbered practical nurse license in the state of practice
• Maintain license by fulfilling continuing education requirements
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification as required by facility or role
• Keep immunization records up to date, as required by state and facility policies
• Pass required federal, state, and local background checks
• Demonstrate excellent clinical skills, including the ability to take accurate vital signs, proficiently administer medications, and perform basic medical procedures safely and competently
• Show strong attention to detail and observational skills to identify subtle changes in a patient's health
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and the healthcare team
• Provide compassionate and reliable care with sensitivity and respect for patients
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Manage time effectively to handle multiple tasks and prioritize patient needs
• Apply strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Adapt quickly to different healthcare settings, units, teams, patient populations, and workflows
• Maintain physical stamina to stand for long periods, bend, stoop, and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting and moving patients
• 1+ years of experience as an LPN is preferred for per diem roles, though no minimum experience is required

Additional certifications may be required depending on the type of facility, and specific role, including wound care, gerontology, rehabilitation, hospice or palliative care, IV therapy, pharmacology, or long-term care.

Working as a PRN LPN on the Nursa platform can offer opportunities to pick up shifts in various settings, maintain a flexible schedule, and supplement income while supporting work-life balance.

LPN benefits:

LPNs who pick up shifts with Nursa enjoy more than flexibility—they gain real advantages that make every shift easier and every payday faster.

• Get paid instantly with Nursa Direct: Access your earnings as soon as your shift is verified.
• Stay covered with Hooray Health: Explore affordable supplemental coverage for peace of mind between shifts.
• Train confidently with ShiftReady: Complete facility-required training and skill refreshers before your next assignment.
• Simplify taxes with 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.