Licensed Practical Nurse
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Carson City, NV, 89706
Job Type : Per Diem
Date Posted : 24 December 2025
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Mary’s Health Network, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
As a long-standing community partner with a 116-year history, Saint Mary’s Health Network offers Northern Nevada inpatient, outpatient, ancillary, and wellness services. Nationally recognized and accredited by the Joint Commission, as well as named one of the Top 100 Hospitals by Fortune/Merative and America’s Best 250 hospitals by Healthgrades, Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is a 352-bed acute care hospital offering a robust line of inpatient, outpatient and ancillary services including a top-rated Center for Cancer, surgical and orthopedic services, and an award-winning Cardiology program and more. The health system, a member of Prime Healthcare, also operates a fully-integrated Medical Group, multiple urgent care clinics, freestanding imaging, lab, and primary care clinics. For more information, visit www.SaintMarysReno.com.
Responsibilities
The House Supervisor is a Registered Nurse who assumes administrative responsibility for the management of all department service functions on his/her shift. Makes frequent rounds throughout facility to monitor the delivery of care, oversee the quality of services and direct patient care activities as needed. Directly supervises, provides support to and communicates with all staff house-wide. In the absence of the Hospital Administrative staff, the administrative scope and responsibility is extended to all services within the hospital. Ensures efficient operations and patient flow throughout the hospital. Performs direct patient care, only as needed, within the scope of practice and competence. Ensures all temporary agency personnel are deployed and oriented in compliance with hospital policy. Assist medical staff with scheduling after hour procedures and calling in stand-by call staff members. Enhances the patient/family experience through supportive interactions and explanations of hospital policies as needed.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid license as a Registered Nurse.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.4. One (1) year prior experience as a Supervisor preferred.5. Minimum of three (3) years acute care nursing experience 6. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
VariableEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Carson City has a steady demand for Licensed Practical Nurses, driven by its aging population and expanding healthcare facilities. While competition exists, practical nursing roles at recognized providers like Prime Healthcare Services offer solid opportunities for candidates with acute care experience and relevant certifications.
In Nevada, licensed practical nurses typically need a valid LPN license and current BLS certification. Employers such as Saint Mary’s Health Network value ACLS certification within 30 days of hire, especially for acute care roles, enhancing patient safety and clinical competence.
Mastering patient care coordination, acute care procedures, and effective communication are vital. Skills in managing patient flow and supporting supervisory roles align with Carson City's healthcare demands, particularly in multi-service hospitals like Saint Mary’s.
Licensed Practical Nurses often take on administrative duties such as supervising support staff, monitoring patient care quality, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies. These expanded roles require leadership skills and an understanding of hospital operations.
Opportunities include advancing into supervisory positions or specializing in areas like cardiology or oncology nursing. Joining a respected network such as Prime Healthcare Services can provide access to professional development and cross-disciplinary experience.
Prime Healthcare Services encourages continuous education, offering resources for maintaining BLS and ACLS certifications. Their emphasis on quality and compassion means LPNs receive support through training and orientation programs tailored to hospital standards.
Prime Healthcare Services integrates a comprehensive care network with acute and outpatient services, providing LPNs broader exposure to diverse clinical settings. The company’s commitment to community and excellence fosters a collaborative environment unique to this healthcare system.
Licensed Practical Nurses in Carson City typically earn between $45,000 and $55,000 annually. At Prime Healthcare Services, compensation aligns with local market trends, factoring in experience and certifications, with potential shift differentials for variable schedules.