LPN Long Term Care (LTC), Float

Sanford; Osceola (NE); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Sanford is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide professional care for residents in long-term care settings under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. The role involves administering medications, coordinating with the care team, and ensuring resident safety and comfort.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited practical nursing program with an LPN license and be at least 18 years old.

Formación

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program and be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Minimum age of 18 years.
• IV therapy/management skills may be required per state (North Dakota reference).

Responsabilidades

• Provide professional nursing care for residents in long-term care under supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions and outcomes; communicate with care team.

Educación

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Associate degree in practical nursing

Descripción del empleo

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Compensation:

Salary Range: $24.00 - $36.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Travel required to support multiple locations within 75-mile radius of permanent address.

Premium Pay Rates:

• $15/hour premium on all hours worked.
• $1.25/hour weekend shift differential
• $1.25/hour evening/night shift differential (6:00 PM - 6:00 AM)

Experience Requirements:

• 3 months experience in Long Term Care required (6 months preferred)

Scheduling Requirements:

• Minimum of 30 hours per month
• One weekend shift per month

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.

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.

Minimum of 18 years of age.

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.

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