LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - PT Nights - St. Luke's Village

sanford; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health, the nation's largest rural health system, invites applications for a Long Term Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join St. Luke's Village, a 60-bed senior skilled nursing facility delivering long-term and post-acute care.

This is a 12-hour night shift position with a 24-hour scheduled weekly load and every other weekend/holiday rotation. You will provide nursing care under supervision, assess residents, administer medications, document outcomes, and collaborate with an

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program with LPN licensure.
• An unencumbered LPN license is required at time of hire.
• Pre-licensure program with clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents in long-term care.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Assess residents and document care, outcomes, and changes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet resident needs.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Nursing care

Medication administration

Education

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program

Associate degree in practical nursing preferred

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Night Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

Compensation:

Salary Range: $24.75 - $36.00

$5,000 Sign On Bonus Available!

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922. At St. Luke's Village, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this! St. Luke's Village is a 60 bed senior skilled nursing facility specializing in long-term and post-acute care services.

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)

Shift Details

• 6:00 pm - 6:00 am
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation required

*Active RN or LPN license required at time of hire

Summary

The Long Term Care (LTC) 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.

Job Description

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.

Sanford 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 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].