Licensed Practical Nurse- Heights

St. John's United; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John's United in Billings, MT, is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide quality nursing care to residents under the supervision of the Administrator and Health Director.

The LPN will assess Elders, oversee treatments, coordinate with providers, and promote professional standards while ensuring elder and family involvement. You will document accurately, maintain care plans, participate in family meetings, assist admit/discharge, and contribute to safety and team communication across

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Montana required.
• Experience in health care setting preferred.
• Knowledge and skills from state-certified LPN program.
• Ability to observe changes in patient condition and communicate findings.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; professional interaction with Elders and staff.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to WyndStone residents; assess Elders and oversee nursing treatments.
• Develop and maintain Care Plans; participate in family meetings and status updates.
• Assist with Admit/Discharge processes and coordinate with case management.
• Maintain accurate documentation (incident reports, meds, notes, vitals) and ensure policy compliance.
• Attend team meetings; ensure cross-shift communication for timely treatments.
• Respond to emergencies and contribute to quality elder care improvements.

Skills

Observation of condition changes

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

State certified Licensed Practical Nurse Program

Job description

DEPARTMENT: WyndstonePOSITION TITLE: WyndStone LPNRESPONSIBLE TO: AdministratorEXPOSURE LEVEL: Category IIIEXEMPTION STATUS: Non-exempt______________________________________________________________________________________SUMMARY: Works under the general supervision of the Administrator and Health Director to provide quality professional, nursing care to WyndStone residents. The WyndStone nurse works cooperatively and respectfully with residents, coworkers, families, medical staff, visitors, and volunteers to create a positive and safe environment.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Nursing• Provides nursing care to residents of Wyndstone by assessing Elders and overseeing the administration of nursing treatments. Works closely with providers to determine appropriate care.• Promote and ensure professional standards of nursing care and elder satisfaction with both elder and family involvement; observes elder status as necessary to assure quality care and coordinates with the rest of the Wyndstone care team to assure continuity of care.• Identify changes in condition; provide assessment, identify needs, communicate with providers, and initiate/direct treatments or interventions.• Responds to and leads emergency situations• Performs record keeping according to policies developed by St. John’s United in accordance with state and federal regulations. Accurate documentation includes, but is not limited to: incident reports, medication errors, nursing notes, scheduled assessments & vitals.• Develop and maintain Care Plans and participate in family meetings as well as regular communication with families on resident status and plan of care.• Assist with Admit/Discharge process and required documentation, including communication with the case management team.• Missions United call rotation• Attend and contribute to team meetings• Ensures communication and collaboration between various shifts to ensure nursing treatments are being completed accurately and timely.• Works with the Administrator and Health Director in developing and implementing measures to improve the quality of elder care and improve processes• Other duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: SafetyObeys safety rules of St. John’s UnitedIdentifies, reports, and/or corrects obvious safety hazardsAttends mandatory safety in-servicesESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Mission/Customer ServiceSupports the growth and actively engages in the Eden Alternative philosophy, including a work environment with plants and animals.Follows the St. John’s Guidelines for Customer Service*Let the Mission be your guide*Make eye contact and smile*Greet & welcome each and every person*Seek out personal contact*Provide immediate service-listen & act*Use appropriate body language at all times*Be gracious to each & every personESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION: Employee ResponsibilitiesFollows policy and procedures on annual TB testing.Follows policy and procedures on annual influenza vaccinations.Attends all mandatory in-servicesREQUIREMENTS:Minimum Requirements: Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Montana. Previous work experience in a health care setting preferred.Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:• Knowledge and skills acquired through completion of a state certified Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse Program• Skills in observation of human behaviors or changes of condition• Ability to understand and express written and verbal communication. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with Elders, family members, coworkers and other clinical support staff• Ability to use critical thinking skills necessary to• Ability to work independently and in a team• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects• Ability to understand and follow safety policies and procedures• Ability to use various health care supplies and equipment, including blood pressure devices, thermometers, wheelchairs, lifts, and oxygen suppliers, etc.• Ability to understand and to contribute to Elder charts and care plans• Ability to relate to and work with the ill, elderly, disabled, emotionally upset, and at times, combative people within the community• Ability to respond to Elder needs in a timely and professional manner, recognizing the Elder’s rights• Ability to deal with stressful situations (i.e. Death and Dying)PHYSICAL DEMANDS:• Requires lifting, bending, walking, and standing for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to lift 25 pounds on a regular basis and up to 50 pounds occasionally.WORKING CONDITIONS: Work involves some exposure to hazards, bloodborne pathogens, or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Normal health care environment. Work involves exposure to plants and animals within the environment.The examples of essential job functions identify the major duties and requirements for the performance of this job and do not identify all duties, responsibilities and requirements performed by positions in this class.