Licensed Practical Nurse LPN *Full Time/Part Time Shifts*

Good Samaritan; Madison (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off package

Job summary

Good Samaritan is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide professional nursing care for residents in our long-term care facility, under supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. The LPN will demonstrate nursing knowledge and ensure resident health, comfort and safety per the care plan.

The role involves administering medications, supporting assessments, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program and become licensed as an LPN.
• Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care under supervision of RN/physician.
• Administer medications or treatments as ordered and document.
• Assess residents and contribute to care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to support residents.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential

Job description

Facility

GSS NE Albion

Shift

12 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule

Full time

Pay Info

Sign on bonus available!

5,000 Sign on bonus available!

12 hour shifts

Responsibilities

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.

IV Therapy/Management

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.

Training and Experience

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.

Licensure & Continuing Education

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.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• work/life balance benefits
• a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

EEO Statement

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

Workplace Policy

Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Job Function

Nursing