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LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

Part-time

Good Samaritan

De Smet, SDPart-time$26.5–36/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$26.5–36/hr
Location
De Smet, SD
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) LicenseMulti-State Licensure PrivilegesMaintain Department Specific Certifications

Job overview

Good Samaritan is hiring a LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN. 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 and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise, utilizing appropriate age and population specific standards. The LPN ensures the health, comfort, and safety of residents.

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, Current Unencumbered LPN License, and Attended Pre‑Licensure Nursing Program With Clinical Experience Or Minimum 400 Hours LPN Experience. Important skills include Nursing Principles, Age And Population Specific Standards, Recognize Problems, Recommend Solutions, Respond Effectively To Emergent Situations, and Administer Medications.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Nursing PrinciplesAge and Population Specific StandardsRecognize ProblemsRecommend SolutionsRespond Effectively to Emergent SituationsAdminister MedicationsAdminister TreatmentsTechnical SupportDocument Resident InteractionsEstablish and Maintain Effective Working RelationshipsWork Effectively With Interdisciplinary Care TeamCommunicate ClearlyMaintain ConfidentialityCounsel ResidentsCounsel Family MembersCounsel Resident AdvocateResident Education PrinciplesIV 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) LicenseMulti-State Licensure PrivilegesMaintain Department Specific CompetenciesMaintain Department Specific CertificationsComplete Annual Continuing Education Units (CEU)Complete Competency Training RequirementsAssociate Degree in Practical NursingGraduation From Board Approved AASPN ProgramCompletion of IV Therapy Course Approved by North Dakota Board of Nursing

Benefits

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

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 SD Desmet Ctr Location: De Smet, SD Address: 411 Calumet Ave N, De Smet, SD 57231, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $26.50 - $36.00

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. 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-0229464 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No

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