Compassionate LPN for Long-Term Care – Day Shift

3M HEALTHCARE; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for long-term care. The LPN provides professional nursing care under supervision, with emphasis on resident health, safety and individualized care plans.

Strong clinical skills, communication and teamwork are essential to the role. Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to support resident needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
• If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
• Must have attended a pre-licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span as part of the curriculum or have had a minimum of 400 hours of experience as LPN at another facility.
• Specific services/positions may have additional education, training or experience requirements.
• Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.
• Sanford 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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

LPN License

Patient Care

Communication

Education

LPN Program

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for long-term care. The LPN provides professional nursing care under supervision, with emphasis on resident health, safety and individualized care plans.

Strong clinical skills, communication and teamwork are essential to the role. Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to support resident needs.