LPN; LTC FLEX

Overview

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS ND Park River

Location: Park River, ND

Address: 301 Co Rd 12B, Park River, ND 58270, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Flex

Weekly

Hours:

36.00

Salary Range: 26.00 - 36.00

Pay Info: $10,000 Sign On Available

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long term care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting. Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards related to the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident as per care plan.

Possess the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed. Demonstrates ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation.

Ensures the health, comfort and safety of residents. Contributes to the assessment of residents and administers medications or treatments as ordered. Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with residents, health care providers, and the public.

Ability to work effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team. Ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Counsels residents, family members and/or resident advocate, under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider or physician on prevention and treatment plans. Knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self-care program.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Contributes to the assessment of residents and administers medications or treatments as ordered.
• Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed.
• Documents resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with residents, healthcare providers, and the public.
• Works as a member of an interdisciplinary care team and communicates clearly while maintaining confidentiality.
• Counsels residents, family members, and/or resident advocates on prevention and treatment plans, under supervision.
• Complies with education and competency requirements; completes required continuing education units (CEUs).

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
• If IV therapy/management is required, meet North Dakota requirements (Board-approved AASPN program with IV therapy or an approved IV Therapy course).
• Completed a pre-licensure nursing program with supervised clinical experience across the lifespan or have at least 400 hours of experience as an LPN at another facility; some positions may have additional requirements.
• Currently holds an unencumbered LPN license with the State Nursing Board and/or multi-state licensure privileges; maintains department competencies and certifications; completes annual CEUs and competency training.

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time-off package. For more information about Total Rewards, visit

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to talent.

The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0234089

Job Function: Nursing

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