LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days

Confidential; Silver Creek (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Albion, NE is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for full-time, 12-hour day shifts in our long-term care facility. Under supervision of RN or physician, you will provide professional nursing care to residents per care plan.

You will administer medications, monitor residents, document care and communicate with the interdisciplinary team to support health, safety and comfort. A valid LPN license and current CEU requirements are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as an LPN; associate degree preferred.
• If IV therapy is required, complete an approved IV therapy course.
• Completed supervised clinical experience across the lifespan or 400 hours as LPN.
• Current unencumbered LPN license with state board; maintain CEUs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to residents under supervision of RN/physician.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Document resident care, outcomes and related information.
• Collaborate with health care team to maintain safety and comfort.
• Support resident education and self-care plans.

Education

LPN license / Practical nursing degree

IV therapy course (ND related)

LPN clinical experience

State licensure

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 NE Albion

Location: Albion, NE

Address: 1222 S 7th St, Albion, NE 68620, USA

Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $24.00 - $36.00

Pay Info: Sign on bonus available!

Department Details $5,000 Sign on bonus available! 12 hour shifts

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.

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.

Req Number: R-

Job Function: Nursing

Featured: No