LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - PT - Days

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 IA George Comm Ctr Location: George, IA Address: 324 1st Ave N, George, IA 51237, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Part time Weekly Hours: 20.00 Salary Range: 24.00 - 36.00 Pay Info: 5000 Sign-On Bonus

Department Details Local healthcare workers striving for quality to provider a long term care center close to home for a our friends relatives and neighbors.

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. The LPN 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. The LPN possesses the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the residents status and to provide the care needed. The LPN demonstrates the ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions, and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation.

The LPN ensures the health, comfort, and safety of residents. Contributes to the assessment of residents and administers medications or treatments as ordered. The LPN 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. The LPN skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with residents, healthcare providers, and the public. Ability to work effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team. The LPN ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. The LPN 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. The LPN 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.
• 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 The 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
• A generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

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The 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 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talentsanfordhealth.org.

The 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-0252162 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No