Licensed Practical Nursing-LPN Full Time Night Shift

Good Samaritan; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan Larimore Center is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate nursing care in a long-term care setting. The LPN will assess residents, administer medications, and work under the supervision of RNs and physicians to ensure high-quality care.

Position includes 12-hour night shifts, full-time schedule, and generous night/weekend differentials. A current LPN license is required at hire, with comprehensive benefits available for eligible full-time

Qualifications

• Active LPN license required at time of hire.
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as an LPN.
• Associate degree in practical nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision to residents.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Perform assessments and document outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team to follow care plans.
• Support resident education and self-care initiatives.

Skills

LPN license

Nursing

Interdisciplinary team

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse program

Associate degree in practical nursing

Job description

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 ND Larimore Ctr

Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Pay Info: $30,000 Sign on Bonus Available!

Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

At Good Samaritan Larimore, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

Generous night and weekend shift differentials

Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

Active LPN license required at time of hire

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. 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. 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. 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. Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.

Good Samaritan 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. Good Samaritan 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 or send an email to Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Job Function:

Nursing