LPN Woodland LTC - PRN

Good Samaritan; Flensburg (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Brainerd, MN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a PRN position in a long-term care setting. The role requires evaluation and implementation of nursing care under supervision, including medication administration and care planning.

This PRN role requires availability for at least six shifts per month, including two weekend shifts and a holiday rotation, with weekend and after-hours incentives described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Must hold an unencumbered LPN license in the state of practice.
• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program; associate degree preferred.
• Experience with long-term care and medication administration is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to residents in long-term care.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to meet resident care plans.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Associate degree in practical nursing

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Facility: Gss Mn Brainerd WdldLocation: Brainerd, MNAddress: 100 Buffalo Hills Ln W, Brainerd, MN 56401, USAShift: VariesJob Schedule: PRNWeekly Hours: VariesSalary 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.

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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-0270648Job Function: NursingFeatured: No