LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

Good Samaritan; Plankinton (SD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Good Samaritan Society in De Smet, SD is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide professional nursing care for residents in long-term care under supervision. The role emphasizes medication administration, documentation, and teamwork within an interdisciplinary staff.

Applicants should have an accredited LPN program graduate, ideally with an associate degree in practical nursing, and be prepared for drug screening and background checks.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program and licensed as an LPN.
• Associate degree in practical nursing preferred.
• Experience with medication administration and resident care in long-term care.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary care team and maintain confidentiality.
• Drug screen and pre-employment background screening may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for residents in long-term care under supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medications, behavior, and diet.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate with the care team.
• Support prevention and treatment plans and collaborate with physicians and staff.

Education

LPN licensure

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 SD Desmet Ctr

Location: De Smet, SD

Address: 411 Calumet Ave N, De Smet, SD 57231, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $26.50 - $36.00

Department Details

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs.

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.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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-0276430

Job Function: Nursing

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