LPN LT Care

Logan Health; Chester (MT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee Assistance Program

Shift differential pay

Job summary

Logan Health in Montana is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide skilled nursing care in assigned areas, following the nursing process and provider orders, while upholding patient safety and confidentiality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and patient-centered service within a 24/7 operation; PRN options with a 401(k) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and shift differentials are available.

Qualifications

• Current Montana LPN or LPN Compact license.
• RQI Provider (BLS) within 7 days of hire or before independent patient care.
• 1 year experience in Long Term Care or Critical Care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled nursing care using the nursing process in assigned area(s).
• Exhibits professionalism, civility, teamwork, and customer service in all tasks.
• Operates and maintains equipment to departmental standards.
• Administers medications, treatments, and provider-specific care per policies and scope of practice.
• Communicates all changes in patient condition to stakeholders promptly.
• Documents clinical findings and regulatory requirements in the medical chart.
• Contributes to an individualized plan of care with goals, interventions, medications and visit frequency.
• Maintains infection control procedures and adheres to policies.

Skills

LPN licensure

BLS/RQI

1 year LTC/CCU

Driver's license

Clean driving record

Integrity & empathy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This position provides practical nursing care to patients within the scope of practice and as applicable to assigned area(s). Supports the organization in fulfilling the mission, vision, and values of Logan Health.

Our Mission

Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision

Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values

Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Qualifications

• Current Montana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or LPN Compact license; required.
• RQI Provider (BLS) within 7 days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever comes first; required.
• 1 year experience in Long Term Care or Critical Care Setting; required.
• To be eligible for the Driver portion of the position:
  • Current Driver’s License required.
  • Driving record for the previous thirty-six (36) months must not reflect any major driving offenses (i.e; DUI, convicted of a felony involving a motor vehicle, suspended license, three (3) or more speeding tickets or other moving violations, etc.).
  • In addition, personal vehicles used for LH business:
    • State law minimum liability coverage limits required.
• Promotes excellence through setting high standards and providing high quality outcomes.
• Ability to act with integrity, kindness, and exhibit empathy.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties

• Provides skilled nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process as appropriate for LPNs in the assigned area(s).
• Exhibits a commitment to professionalism, civility, teamwork, and customer service while undertaking all tasks and interactions with others.
• Exhibits knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to the specific job duties, patient care and safety and as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Exhibits knowledge of staffing standards and a demonstrated commitment to cost containment with all resources.
• Operates and maintains equipment to departmental standards as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Maintains nursing standards of care and executes appropriate provider orders. While executing patient care, exhibits knowledge of and maintains the patient’s right to diversity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• As applicable to assigned area(s): Performs a standardized focused assessment or reassessment of patient at regular intervals appropriate for the condition of the patient under the direction of the RN and as ordered by the provider.
• Administers medications, treatment, and provider-specific care to patients in compliance with nursing policies/procedures, LPN scope of practice, and as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Communicates all appropriate and critical changes in the patient’s condition, status, and findings to the appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner and as defined by policies and procedures and/or provider orders as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Documents all clinical findings and required regulatory mandates in the medical chart in compliance with policies and procedures or as defined by regulatory requirements as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Contributes to maintaining an updated, individualized plan of care that includes; goals, interventions, medications and visit frequency orders as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of infection control procedures and strictly adheres to policies and procedures.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Schedule

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

PRN positions (also referred to as Casual, As Needed, or Per Diem) at Logan Health offer flexibility and are designed to provide coverage during busy periods, employee absences, and vacations, making them an excellent opportunity to support the team as needed. PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan and have access to the Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, they may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours, offering extra compensation based on department-specific scheduling needs. Pay rates and scheduling practices may vary by department.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

• Criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening
• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.