LPN Woodland LTC - PRN

Good Samaritan; Breezy Point (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Brainerd, MN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a PRN role in long-term care. The LPN provides professional nursing care under supervision, administers medications, and collaborates with the care team to meet residents' needs.

The position requires availability to cover shifts, including weekends and holidays, with incentive premiums for after-hours and weekend hours. The role emphasizes maintaining patient safety, documentation, and effective communication with

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as an LPN; an Associate degree is preferred.
• IV therapy/management skills may be required in North Dakota.
• Must have completed a pre-licensure program with supervised clinical experience across the lifespan.
• Maintains required CEUs and competency training as part of the department and facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care for residents under nurse supervision.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medications, behavior, and diet.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to support resident education and self-care plans.

Education

LPN license

Associate degree in practical nursing

IV therapy/management (ND)

400+ hours supervised clinical experience

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 Mn Brainerd Wdld

Location: Brainerd, MN

Address: 100 Buffalo Hills Ln W, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $29.00 - $36.00

Department Details

PRN position. Must be available to work 6 shifts per month to include two weekend shifts and holiday rotation. Additional weekend incentive of $1.25/hour. Additional shift incentive of $1.25/hour for any hours from 6pm-6am.

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.

Good Samaritan 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 or send an email to

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

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