LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse - PT Evenings - Bethany

Good Samaritan; Fort Ripley (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Brainerd, MN is seeking an LPN to provide professional nursing care for residents in long-term care. The role operates under supervision and supports the care team to meet residents' physical and psychosocial needs.

The LPN will administer medications, monitor patient status, and document care outcomes while collaborating with nurses and physicians. Evening shifts, part-time schedule, with a 16-hour week and a $29–$36 hourly wage, plus sign-on and weekend incentives are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold an unencumbered LPN license.
• Associate degree in practical nursing preferred.
• IV therapy/management skills may be required in ND.
• Minimum 400 hours of LPN experience at a facility.
• Specific departments may have additional education or training.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to residents under supervision of RN/physician.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions and outcomes in care records.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and care team.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Associate degree in practical nursing

IV therapy/management course (ND)

400+ hours LPN experience

Additional education/training as required

Job description

Careers With PurposeJoin 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 Brainerd Bethany

Location: Brainerd, MN

Address: 804 Wright St, Brainerd, MN 56401, US

Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts

Job Schedule: Part time

Weekly Hours: 16.00

Salary Range: $29.00 - $36.00

Pay Info: $5,000 Sign On Bonus Available!

Department Details2pm-10:30pm every other weekend.

Additional weekend incentive of $1.25/hour.

Additional shift incentive of $1.25/hour for any hours worked from 6pm-6am

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long term care(LTC), 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

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• work/life balance benefits
• a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

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.