LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - PT Nights
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in a long-term care setting under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. The role applies nursing principles and age- and population-specific standards to residents’ physical and psychosocial needs as outlined in their care plans. The LPN evaluates resident status, contributes to assessments, administers ordered medications and treatments, and helps ensure residents’ health, comfort, and safety. The position also supports healthcare professionals, documents resident care and related outcomes, communicates with residents and care partners, and works as part of an interdisciplinary care team. This part-time position is scheduled for 12 hours per week on night shifts, from 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. Compensation is listed at $30.00–$36.00 per hour. The role is at Good Samaritan Atkinson, part of Sanford Health.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Hold an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with a state nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
- Attend a pre-licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span, or have at least 400 hours of LPN experience at another facility.
- Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
- Complete required annual continuing education units (CEU) and department and facility competency training.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Apply nursing principles and age- and population-specific standards to residents’ physical and psychosocial needs according to care plans.
- Perform testing to evaluate resident status and provide needed care.
- Recognize problems, recommend solutions, and respond effectively to emergent situations.
- Help ensure residents’ health, comfort, and safety.
- Contribute to resident assessments and administer medications or treatments as ordered.
- Provide technical support to healthcare professionals as needed.
- Document resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medication, behavior, activity, and diet.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, healthcare 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 advocates on prevention and treatment plans under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.
- Use knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self-care program.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Generous night and weekend shift differentials
- Advancement opportunities
- Various education assistance programs
- Continuing education
- Direct access to your earnings daily
- Robust benefits package, with benefits varying based on full-time or part-time status
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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