American Dental Association (ADA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Clinical Nursing, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Data Collection, Director of Nursing (DON), Documentation, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Hospital, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Billing, Medication Administration, Medications, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Nursing Management, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Respiratory Therapy, Time Management, Wound Care
LOCATION
Duluth, MN
POSTED
5 days ago
Part Time Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN l Afternoon/Evening OR Overnight shift l With an every other weekend rotation l PRN/Casual Opportunities Available as well
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to patients, including medications and treatment administration, documentation, and other therapeutic interventions under the direction of the Director of Nursing/Clinical Director. This position is responsible for providing direction to Nursing Assistants, Resident Assistants, Trained Medication Assistants, and other clinical staff on unit/shift.
About Us:
Ecumen Lakeshore-The Fountains provides short-term rehab and post-hospital care for up to 60 patients in spacious, private rooms along the picturesque shore of Lake Superior. Nurses in the Fountains acquire a comprehensive skill set to include IV insertion and medication administration, lab draws, code response, complex wound care, advanced respiratory care and restorative nursing care in collaboration with the therapy team to support each patient's journey to health.
The targeted pay range for this job is $$29.85- $32.83 per hour.
Additional $2/hour Shift differential for the overnight shift
Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including paid time off for Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Provides nursing care to patients within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Responsible for coordination and direction of patient care. Coordinates care and services with other departments/providers from the time of admission to discharge.
Assists Registered Nurse with completion of assessments, documentation, and data collection within scope of practice and acting timely on findings.
Administers medications and completes treatments as ordered. Observes and monitors patients condition and reports changes as appropriate. Ensures that all physicians' orders are signed and implemented within specified time frames.
Maintains safety of all patients and team members. Responds appropriately to safety hazards and reports any issues to the appropriate person. Ensures that all staff follows the infection control policy and procedure.
Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Degree from an accredited school of nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse program
Current LPN licensure in the state in which they are working
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
Basic computer skills
Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Patients Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations