Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)

Minnetonka (MN)

On-site

USD 41,534 - 45,874

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Saving Account (FSA)

403(b) with discretionary contribution

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Life insurance

Short term disability

Job summary

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Elder Homestead in Minnetonka, MN. This role involves providing quality care to residents in a supportive community. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree and effective communication skills to assist in resident care and support their needs.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with additional perks such as scholarships, wellness programs, and a flexible savings account. Join us and make a difference!

Qualifications

Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with current licensure in Minnesota.
Ability to prioritize duties and understand residents’ medical documents.
Possess effective communication skills with staff and families.

Responsibilities

Observe residents' physical and psychosocial status.
Document residents’ conditions and report significant events.
Ensure personnel adhere to assignments and maintain care standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service orientation

Clinical data gathering

Computer utilization

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Come join our awesome team as LPN at Elder Homestead.

Elder Homestead is part of Volunteers of America National Services, serving as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Elder Homestead is a welcoming senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care with 51 apartments. We are located in Minnetonka, MN, a beautiful suburban city known for its lovely Lake Minnetonka and is home to several highly performing public schools. The value of our employees is indescribable. They make our residents feel protected and cared for at home with their unwavering kindness and shining attitudes. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and retirement plan so they know that we support them and their lives, inside and outside of work!

LPN Job Highlights

Hourly Wage: $30.15 - $33.30 per hour based on years of experience

About the job

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) shall perform in accordance with state and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices.

Required Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of practice.
Effective communicator with staff, families, and outside agencies.
Ability to prioritize duties.
Customer service-oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.
Ability to understand residents’ charts, doctor’s orders, residents’ plan of care, and medication orders.
Must possess the ability to effectively gather clinical data in regard to resident status and condition.
Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in‑servicing and documentation.

Essential Functions

Listen to shift report and keep open lines of communication with supervisor, co-workers and on-coming shift.
Make rounds to residents to observe their physical and psychosocial status.
Assign personnel appropriately to meet resident needs.
Ensure that unit personnel and volunteers on your shift are carrying out their assignments.
Maintain competence in all required skills within the facility.
Treat and ensure that residents are treated with respect and dignity.
Observe, record, and report to supervisor regarding residents’ conditions, reaction to drugs and treatments, and significant events.
Maintain all required documentation in an accurate and timely manner according to policies and procedures of the facility, including documentation of medications, treatments, restraints, psychotropic medications and skin condition.

Employer/Employee Benefits: (some require Full Time status)