LPN Inpatient - Hospice House - FT

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 28,929 - 43,394; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide professional nursing care within the Sanford Fargo Hospice House in Fargo, ND. This role is dedicated to delivering patient-centered care with a focus on comfort and quality of life for hospice patients.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in nursing principles and IV therapy management, possesses a valid LPN license, and adhere to the highest standards of nursing practice. Full-time position with rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with an unencumbered license.
• Competencies in IV therapy if required.
• Maintains annual CEUs and competency training.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for patients of all ages.
• Collaborate with inter-professional colleagues for patient care.
• Adhere to nursing practice standards.

Skills

IV therapy/management

Patient care

Nursing principles

Medications knowledge

Education

Graduation from accredited practical nursing program

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility and Location

• Facility: Sanford Broadway Med Ctr
• Location: Fargo, ND
• Address: 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
• Shift: Rotating
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Weekly Hours: 36.00
• Salary Range: $21 - $31.50

Department Details

The Sanford Fargo Hospice House is a 10-bed space for hospice patients. Hospice is an interdisciplinary team concept of focusing on care and improving patient’s quality of life. The care provided is very patient and family focused. Patients are often transitioning to end of life and the team focuses on comfort and symptom management.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for patients of all ages. Functions in a structured care setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Sanford. Collaborates with other inter‑professional colleagues, including physicians, to plan, implement and evaluate care. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the patient in the relevant clinical setting and possesses the ability to perform testing to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to the age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients. Functions within the scope and standards of nursing practice as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act and Administrative Rules in state of practice and licensure. The Sanford Professional Nursing Practice recognizes the Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements as published by the American Nurses Association as the foundation of nursing care delivery and professional conduct.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• 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.
• Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possesses 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.

Benefits

Sanford 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. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford 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 1‑877‑673‑0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre‑employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0264888
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No