LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - PT Days

Good Samaritan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Time off

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Good Samaritan provides professional nursing care for residents in a not-for-profit long-term care setting, under supervision. This role supports health, safety, and comfort of residents while following the care plan and documenting outcomes.

Based in Tyndall, SD, the position offers part-time hours (20 per week) with a day shift, and includes potential for a $5,000 sign-on bonus in addition to a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a practical nursing program with LPN license.
• Current, unencumbered LPN license.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Ability to perform clinical testing and follow care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care under supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Document care and coordinate with interdisciplinary team.
• Support residents and families, ensuring safety.

Skills

Patient care

Medication admin

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

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 Tyndall Ctr

Location: Tyndall, SD

Address: 2304 Laurel St, Tyndall, SD 57066, USA

Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Part time

Weekly Hours: 20.00

Salary Range: $26.50 - $36.00

Pay Info: This position is eligible for a $5,000 Sign on Bonus!

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

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 .

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

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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.