LPN - Long Term Care

Good Samaritan Society; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 35,817 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous time off package

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Hillsboro Med Center in Oregon. This full-time position involves 12-hour night shifts, providing care to residents while collaborating with healthcare professionals. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and a generous sign-on bonus is offered. Candidates must possess an LPN license and have clinical experience. Benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program.
• Currently holds an unencumbered LPN license.
• Must complete required annual continuing education units (CEU).

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for residents of all ages.
• Administer medications or treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions as needed.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse license

IV therapy/management skills

Clinical experience across lifespan

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in Practical Nursing

Completion of IV Therapy course

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Hillsboro Med Ctr
Location: Hillsboro, ND
Address: 12 3rd St SE, Hillsboro, ND 58045, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Night Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $26.00 - $36.00
Pay Info: . Sign on bonus available!

Department Details

Are you looking for a rewarding career as a resident centered care nurse? The Hillsboro Long Term Care (LTC) facility has an opening for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

This position will work 12 hour night shifts (7:00pm - 7:00am) with every other weekend and every other holiday required.

New grads are welcome and a generous sign on bonus is available for eligible employees!

Come see how your work can impact the community around you. Join a great team today!

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

Sanford 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 https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford 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-0260501
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No