LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Nights​/Weekends

About the Opportunity

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 NE Albion
• City/Town:
  Albion, NE
• Address: 1222 S 7th St, Albion, NE 68620, USA

• Shift: 12 Hours – Night Shifts
• Job Schedule:
  
  Full time
• Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  40.00
• Salary Range: $24 – $36 per hour
• 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 appropriate age and population specific standards related to the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident 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 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.

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program and hold an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license. Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
• If the position requires IV therapy/management skills, must have graduated from a Board‑approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completed 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 at least 400 hours of experience as an LPN at another facility. Specific services may have additional education, training or experience requirements.
• Currently holds an unencumbered LPN license with the State Nursing Board and/or 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.

• Competitive Compensation
• Direct access to earnings daily
• Flexible scheduling options
• Fun, family‑oriented work environment
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance
• Generous shift differentials
• Health savings account
• Company‑matched 401(k) retirement plan
• Salary increases
• Referral bonuses
• Advancement opportunities
• Paid time off
• Compassionate leave
• Education assistance
• Scholarships and sponsor ships
• Continuing education
• Years of service recognition program
• Verizon and AT&T discounts
• Hotel discounts

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet). 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.