Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Local Traveler

Good Samaritan Society; Battle Lake (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their compassionate team. This role involves providing essential nursing care to residents in a supportive environment, ensuring their health, comfort, and safety. You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team, contributing to assessments, administering medications, and maintaining effective communication with residents and healthcare professionals. With a commitment to quality care and a rich history of service, this organization offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors. Join a mission-driven team that values your skills and dedication.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Voluntary Benefits

Company Paid Benefits

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as an LPN.
• Must hold an unencumbered LPN license with State Nursing board.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for residents in long term care.
• Administer medications and document resident interactions.

Skills

Nursing Care

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License

Associate Degree in Practical Nursing

Job description

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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.

Health Insurance

We offer multiple health plan options allowing you flexibility to choose what fits best for your family.

Paid Time Off

With our paid time off program we encourage you to take time away to re-charge and re-fresh.

Voluntary Benefits

A large assortment of voluntary benefits allow you to customize your benefit package.

Company Paid Benefits

Eligible employees receive base life insurance and disability at no cost to help with financial needs.

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

We provide a generous employer match contribution while you put away money for your retirement.

Employees get access to a wide selection of discounts/perks both local and nationwide.

Careers With Purpose

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 MN Battle Lake Ctr
Location: Battle Lake, MN
Address: 105 Glenhaven Dr, Battle Lake, MN 56515, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $24.00 - $36.00

Support multiple locations within 150 miles of your permanent address

Additional $5 per hour float premium

Additional $1.25 per hour evening/night shift differential; 6:00pm – 6:00am

Required to work at least 24 hours per month

Required to work at least one weekend rotation per month

3-month previous experience in Long Term Care required, 6 months preferred

Active MN LPN Licensure required

Job Summary

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. 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. 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. Ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. 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. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

The Good Samaritan Society offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

The Good Samaritan Society 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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

The Good Samaritan Society has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.