LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - FT Days
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long-term care. The role works under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician and helps ensure residents’ health, comfort, and safety. The LPN contributes to resident assessments, administers ordered medications and treatments, and documents resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medication, behavior, activity, and diet. The nurse also supports healthcare professionals, communicates with residents and families, and works as part of an interdisciplinary care team. This is a full-time day-shift position scheduled for 40 hours per week. The salary range is $26.50–$36.00, and the position is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus. The department describes its care as compassionate and tailored to residents’ needs.
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 experience as an LPN at another facility.
- Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
- Complete required annual continuing education units (CEUs) and department and facility competency training requirements.
- If the position requires IV therapy or management skills in North Dakota, graduate from a Board-approved AASPN program that included IV therapy in the curriculum or complete an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Apply nursing principles and age- and population-specific standards to resident care in the relevant clinical setting and according to care plans.
- Perform testing to evaluate resident status and provide appropriate care.
- Recognize problems, recommend solutions, and respond effectively in emergent situations.
- Help ensure the health, comfort, and safety of residents.
- 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 the 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 self-care programs.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- PTO accrual starting on the first day
- Leadership development
- Growth opportunities
- Work/life balance benefits
- $10,000 sign-on bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
