Licensed Practical Nurse - Health Services - Part-Time

Good Samaritan; Elkton (MD); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Good Samaritan is a not-for-profit organization providing long-term care services and housing to seniors in a Christian environment. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role delivers professional nursing care to residents across ages in long-term care, under supervision by RNs or physicians, and supports care planning and education for residents and families.

Responsibilities include assessing residents, administering medications, documenting care, and maintaining safety and quality of life.

Formación

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
• Current unencumbered LPN license required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide professional nursing care under supervision.
• Administer medications or treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medications, behavior, and diet.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support resident needs.

Conocimientos

LPN license

Medication administration

Educación

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) degree

Associate degree in practical nursing preferred

Descripción del empleo

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 SD Desmet Ctr

Shift

VariesJob Schedule:

Job Schedule

PRN

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs.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. 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 resident, health care providers, and the public. Ability to work effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team. 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. 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. Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.

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Job Function

Nursing