LPN - Licensed Nurse - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Minnesota; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

A nonprofit healthcare organization in Minnesota seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care in a long-term care setting. The ideal candidate will possess an unencumbered LPN license, experience in nursing, and the ability to work effectively in a team. The role offers varied shifts with opportunities for growth and learning in a supportive environment. Attractive benefits and competitive salary ranges are included.

Qualifications

• Must hold an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Experience in long-term care is preferred.
• Completion of an IV Therapy course is required for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for residents under supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions and care outcomes.

Skills

Nursing principles

IV therapy management

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program

Associate degree in practical nursing preferred

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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 MN Pine River
Location: Pine River, MN
Address: 518 Jefferson Ave, Pine River, MN 56474, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $28.00 - $36.00

Department Details

Come join a rewarding and humbling team environment that not only cares about the people who live here but also those that work here.

Varied shifts with the opportunity to work with the staffing coordinator to create a schedule for you. Shifts can be from 8,10 or 12 hours. Only required to work 4 shifts a month minimum.

• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan

Job Summary

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. Demonstrates ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation.

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. Ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. 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. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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. 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

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

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

The Good Samaritan 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-0239271
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No