Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -Veterans Living Center- PRN - As Needed - Eligible for Shift Differentials

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Veterans Community Living Center; Walsenburg (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

403B retirement fund options (employer

Job summary

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Veterans Community Living Center is seeking mission-driven Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to support our veterans and their spouses. This PRN position emphasizes compassionate, high-quality care with integrity and heart in a supportive team environment.

The role requires an Associate's degree in Nursing, an active Colorado LPN license, and preferred three years of direct nursing care experience.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Active Colorado LPN license; minimum three years direct nursing care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of gerontology, rehabilitative or psychiatric nursing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the organization and evaluation of direct nursing care for a specific assignment.

Skills

LPN license

Direct patient care

Critical care knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Tools

Scheduling software

Surveillance equipment

Email/office software

Job description

Description

Serve those who served. Join our dedicated care team at the Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center, where we proudly provide compassionate, high-quality care to veterans and their spouses. We're looking for mission-driven Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to support our residents with skill, integrity, and heart and to help us \"Improve the Lives We Touch\" in a PRN position.

Pay Rate

32.01 per hour (eligible for shift differentials)

Shift Differentials

• Weekday Nights (Mon-Thu 7:00 pm-7:00 am) - $3.00 per hour


• Weekend Days (Sat-Sun 7:00 am-7:00 pm) - $3.50 per hour


• Weekend Nights (Fri-Sun 7:00 pm-7:00 am) - $5.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the organization and evaluation of direct nursing care for a specific assignment.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited learning institution. Minimum of three years work experience in direct nursing care is preferred.

Active Colorado LPN license required.

• Demonstrated knowledge, skill and understanding of nurse role in a critical care facility.


• Knowledge of gerontology, rehabilitative or psychiatric nursing.


• Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications (e-mail, surveillance equipment/cameras, scheduling software, accessing required documents).


• Demonstrated ability to recognize and respond to opportunities for improvement through continual learning, changes in approach based on situation and professional practice behavior.


• Knowledge of care-based practices (creating care plans, leading team meetings).


• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program


• 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)

Full And Part-time Positions Are Eligible For

• Medical including telehealth options


• Dental and vision benefits


• Basic Life Insurance and AD&D (employer paid)


• Supplemental Life/AD&D


• Paid Time Off


• Short-term disability, Cancer Protection Assurance Accidental, Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity Insurance


• Pet Insurance and Legal Coverage


• Cafeteria Meal Discount


• Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)

You're considering joining our team? This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.

Salary Description

32.01 per hour