Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Local Traveler

Sanford Bemidji; Indianola (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a local traveler position. This role involves providing essential nursing care to residents of all ages in long-term care settings. You'll work under the supervision of registered nurses and healthcare providers, ensuring the health and comfort of residents while contributing to their assessment and treatment plans. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. Join a dedicated team committed to health and healing.

Benefits

Mileage Reimbursement

Float Premium

Weekend Shift Differential

Evening/Night Shift Differential

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Currently holds an unencumbered LPN license with State Nursing board.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional nursing care for residents in long term care.
• Administers medications and documents resident interactions.

Skills

Nursing Principles

Medication Administration

Patient Assessment

IV Therapy

Communication Skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse Program

Associate Degree in Practical Nursing

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Local Traveler

Apply locations IA, Indianola time type Part time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R-0222171

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0Salary Range: $24.00 - $36.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

• Support multiple locations within 150 miles of your permanent address
• Mileage reimbursement
• Additional $5 per hour float premium
• Additional $1.25 per hour weekend shift differential
• Additional $1.25 per hour evening/night shift differential; 6:00pm – 6:00am
• Required to work at least 30 hours per month
• Required to work at least one weekend shift per month
• 3-month previous experience in Long Term Care required, 6 months preferred
• No contract required

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.

Job Description

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.

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