LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Nights

Overview

Good Samaritan is looking for an LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - FT Nights in Silver Creek, NE.

Location details:
Facility — GSS NE Albion;
Address — 1222 S 7th St, Albion, NE 68620, USA;
Shift — 12 Hours;
Job Schedule — Full time;
Weekly Hours — 40.00;
Salary Range — $24 - $36;
Pay Info — $10,000 Sign on Bonus Available.

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 age- and population-specific standards related to the resident’s physical and psychosocial needs as per care plan.

Possesses 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 and outcomes related to resident care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with residents, health care providers, and the public. Works effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information. Counsels residents, family members and/or resident advocate on prevention and treatment plans under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider or physician. Knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self-care program. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• 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 maintains required department-specific competencies and certifications. Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.

• The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, 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.
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• The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. An accommodation for the online application can be requested by calling or emailing (contact information not provided).
• The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening.