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LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - PT - Days

Part-time

Good Samaritan

George, IAPart-time$24–36/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$24–36/hr
Location
George, IA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License With State Nursing BoardMulti-State Licensure PrivilegesDepartment Specific Certifications

Job overview

Good Samaritan is hiring a LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - PT - Days. 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. This role demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles, practices within the full scope of nursing expertise, and utilizes appropriate age and population-specific standards. The LPN ensures the health, comfort, and safety of residents, contributing to assessments and administering medications or treatments as ordered.

Key focus areas include Provide professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long term care, Demonstrate knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting, and Demonstrate competency and practice within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge.

Successful candidates bring Graduate From Accredited Practical Nursing Program, Unencumbered LPN License, and 400 Hours LPN Experience. Important skills include Professional Nursing Care, Nursing Principles, Age And Population Specific Standards, Perform Testing, Recognize Problems, and Recommend Solutions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Professional Nursing CareNursing PrinciplesAge and Population Specific StandardsPerform TestingRecognize ProblemsRecommend SolutionsRespond Effectively to Emergent SituationsAdminister MedicationsAdminister TreatmentsProvide Technical SupportDocument Resident InteractionsEstablish and Maintain Effective Working RelationshipsWork Effectively With Interdisciplinary Care TeamCommunicate ClearlyMaintain ConfidentialityCounsel ResidentsCounsel Family MembersResident Education PrinciplesDevelop Self-Care ProgramIV Therapy/Management Skills

Qualifications

Graduate From Accredited Practical Nursing ProgramPre-Licensure Nursing Program With Supervised Clinical Experience Across Life Span400 Hours LPN ExperienceUnencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License With State Nursing BoardMulti-State Licensure PrivilegesDepartment Specific CompetenciesDepartment Specific CertificationsAnnual Continuing Education Units (CEU)Annual Competency TrainingAssociate Degree in Practical NursingGraduation From Board Approved AASPN Program Where IV Therapy Is Part of CurriculumIV Therapy Course Approved by North Dakota Board of Nursing

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full 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 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: $5,000 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 resident's 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, health care 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 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

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, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

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 [email protected].

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

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