LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN Varying

Good Samaritan; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Night and weekend shift differentials

Advancement opportunities

Education assistance programs

Continuing education

Direct access to earnings daily

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Hutchinson Village seeks an LPN to provide professional nursing care in a 65-bed skilled facility. You will work under supervision, perform medications and treatments, and support residents’ health and safety with a patient-centered approach.

You will participate in an interdisciplinary team, document outcomes, and communicate effectively with residents, families and staff. A nursing license and related credentials are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program and hold an LPN license.
• Associate degree in practical nursing preferred.
• IV therapy/management skills may be required in ND or as specified.
• Completed supervised clinical experience across the life span.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision of a RN/physician for residents.
• Assess residents and administer medications or treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions and care outcomes accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate clearly with the team.
• Participate as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Support residents and families with prevention and treatment plans.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Associate degree in practical nursing

IV therapy/management

400 hours supervised clinical experience

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.

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 KS Hutchinson Vlg

Location:

Hutchinson, KS

Address:

810 E 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502, USA

Shift:

12 Hours - Varied Shifts

Job Schedule:

PRN

Weekly Hours:

Varies

Salary Range:

$24.00 - $36.00

Department Details

Hutchinson Village is a 65-bed senior skilled nursing facility specializing in long-term and post-acute care services. Our staff is compassionate and dedicated to the residents. The Good Samaritan Society is proud to be one of the largest non-profit providers of senior services in the US. Since our founding in 1922, we have been driven by our mission and belief. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.

What’s In It For You

• Generous night and weekend shift differentials
• Advancement opportunities
• Various education assistance programs
• Continuing education
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

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. 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]. 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-0277922

Job Function:

Nursing

Featured:

No