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 Nd Bis Augusta Pl Location Bismarck ND Address 301 Lorrain Dr Bismarck ND 58503 USA Shift 12 Hours - Night Shifts Job Schedule Part time Weekly Hours 24.00 Salary Range 26.00 - 36.00 Pay Info This position may qualify for a sign on bonus of 10000 Department Details Come join our team of caring and compassionate staff at our Bismarck facility
Reasons to love this job · Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off for qualifying positions · 401k retirement savings · Additional employee perks · Daycare Partnerships within the community · Scholarships and Sponsorships to help with further learning and education · Night weekend and pick up shift differentials available · Direct access to your earnings daily
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 residents 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.
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 401k 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/MF 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 talents@sanfordhealth.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-0229654
Job Function Nursing
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