LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - FT - Days

Good Samaritan; Estherville (IA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare organization in Estherville is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide professional nursing care for residents in a long-term care setting. The role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and maintaining a compassionate environment. Qualifications include an active RN license, strong communication skills, and a passion for serving older adults. The organization offers a competitive salary ranging from $24.00 to $36.00 per hour along with substantial benefits including a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Iowa or compact license.
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Must have completed clinical experience and IV therapy course if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Maintain a safe, compassionate, and respectful environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork skills

Passion for serving older adults

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license

Associate degree in practical nursing

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 IA Estherville Ctr

Location: Estherville, IA

Address: 1646 5th Ave N, Estherville, IA 51334, USA

Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 36.00

Salary Range: $24.00 - $36.00

Pay Info: $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Why Work at Good Samaritan?

• Mission-driven, faith-based organization focused on quality care
• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• Opportunities to build strong relationships with residents and families
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Flexible scheduling options (Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN available)
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within Sanford Health

Position Highlights

• Provide direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team
• Support resident-centered care plans
• Maintain a safe, compassionate, and respectful environment

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Iowa (or compact license)
• Passion for serving older adults
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• New graduates encouraged to apply

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. The LPN 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. The LPN possess the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed. The LPN demonstrates ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation.

The LPN ensures the health, comfort and safety of residents. Contributes to the assessment of residents and administers medications or treatments as ordered. The LPN 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. The LPN 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. The LPN ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. The LPN 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. The LPN knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self-care program. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional 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, 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.
• 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.

More information about Total Rewards is available at 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-0249514

Job Function: Nursing

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