Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN

Jobtailor; Battle Lake (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced LPN to provide comprehensive nursing care in long-term care settings. You will work under supervision to assess residents, administer medications, and participate in care planning with physicians and RNs.

The role requires travel within a 75-mile radius of your permanent address, with weekend shifts and continuous education to maintain licensure. Join a dedicated interdisciplinary team focused on resident well‑being.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as an LPN.
• Unencumbered LPN license with state board.
• Continuing education units (CEUs) completed annually or per policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for residents under supervision.
• Demonstrate nursing principles and competency within full scope of practice.
• Perform testing to evaluate resident status and provide necessary care.
• Recognize problems, propose solutions, and respond in emergencies.
• Ensure resident health, comfort, and safety.
• Record resident interactions and outcomes related to care and meds.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team.
• Communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Nursing Care

Medication Administration

Resident Assessment

IV Therapy

Clinical Supervision

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Continuing Education Units (CEU)

Job description

• Provide professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long-term care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician
• Demonstrate nursing principles and competency within the full scope of nursing expertise
• Perform testing to evaluate resident status and provide necessary care
• Recognize problems, recommend solutions, and respond effectively in emergent situations
• Ensure resident health, comfort, and safety
• Contribute to resident assessments and administer ordered medications or treatments
• Provide technical support to healthcare professionals
• Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary needs
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with residents, healthcare providers, and the public
• Work as a member of an interdisciplinary care team
• Communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Counsel residents, family members, and/or resident advocates under clinical supervision on prevention and treatment plans
• Develop self-care programs based on resident education principles
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Travel required to support multiple locations within 75-mile radius of permanent address
• 3 months experience in Long Term Care required (6 months preferred)
• Minimum of 30 hours per month
• One weekend shift per month
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Pre-licensure nursing program including supervised clinical experience across the life span, or minimum of 400 hours of experience as LPN at another facility
• Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges
• Maintains required department-specific competencies and certifications
• Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements
• If position requires IV therapy/management skills 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

Core Competencies

Demonstrates comprehensive nursing care for residents in long-term care settings, ensuring health, comfort, and safety while effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Holds a valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license and maintains required competencies and continuing education.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Long Term Care Experience
• Medication Administration
• Resident Assessment
• IV Therapy Skills

Hard Skills

• Nursing Care
• Medication Administration
• Resident Assessment
• IV Therapy
• Clinical Supervision

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Counseling

Certifications & Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Continuing Education Units (CEU)

Industry Keywords

• Long Term Care
• Interdisciplinary Care Team
• Resident Health
• Clinical Experience
• Patient Safety