LPN Assisted Living - PRN

Position Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in assisted living, under the supervision of an RN, advanced practice provider, or physician.

Demonstrate knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting. The LPN demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise, utilizing appropriate age‑ and population‑specific standards related to the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident as per the care plan. The LPN must possess the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed.

Demonstrate ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions, and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation. Ensure the health, comfort, and safety of residents. Contribute to the assessment of residents and administer medications or treatments as ordered. Provide technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Document resident interactions and 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.

Work effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team. Communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Counsel residents, family members and/or resident advocate, under the direction of an RN or advanced practice provider or physician on prevention and treatment plans. Knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self‑care program. Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
• Currently holds an unencumbered LPN license with a State Nursing board and/or possesses multi‑state licensure privileges.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required certifications and completes required continuing education units (CEU) and competency training.
• One year of experience preferred in long-term care, subacute care, or medical/surgical. Specific services/positions may have additional education, training, or experience requirements.
• If the position requires IV therapy/management skills 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.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.