Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

ELDERCARE OF BEMIDJI, INC; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ElderCare of Bemidji is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join our on-site nursing team in Mountain Iron, MN. You will provide direct care, administer medications, monitor residents’ health, document changes, and support daily living activities within a skilled nursing and senior living setting.

Collaborating with interdisciplinary staff, you’ll follow individualized care plans, ensure infection control standards, and contribute to quality improvement efforts to promote comfort,

Qualifications

• Active Minnesota LPN license in good standing.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Ability to document care accurately.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Monitor vital signs and health status.
• Document care and report changes to the supervising nurse.
• Support residents with daily living activities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary staff.
• Educate residents and families about care.
• Maintain infection control standards.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts.

Skills

LPN license

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Infection control

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Company Description

ElderCare of Bemidji offers safe and affordable senior living options, ranging from independent living to skilled nursing care. The organization is committed to providing a supportive, home-like environment where older adults can maintain dignity, comfort, and quality of life. Care teams focus on individualized services that respect each resident’s preferences and needs. ElderCare strives to build a welcoming community for residents, families, and team members. Prospective team members join a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping residents feel at home.

Role Description

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) at ElderCare of Bemidji provide direct nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing and senior living environment. Day-to-day responsibilities include administering medications and treatments, monitoring vital signs and health status, documenting care, and communicating changes in condition to the supervising nurse and care team. LPNs support residents with daily living activities, follow individualized care plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary staff to promote comfort, safety, and well-being. The role also involves educating residents and families about care, maintaining infection control standards, and participating in quality improvement efforts. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Mountain Iron, MN.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in the state of Minnesota and eligibility to practice nursing in good standing.
• Experience providing direct patient or resident care in long-term care, skilled nursing, or similar settings.
• Knowledge of medication administration, basic nursing procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition and follow established care plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to person-centered care, respect for resident rights, and adherence to infection control and safety standards.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed, and to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring residents safely.
• CPR certification and familiarity with electronic health records are preferred.
• Prior experience in senior living or geriatric care is beneficial but not required.