LPN - PRN

Sanford Health•Pine River, MN

2d•$29 - $36

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 is at Good Samaritan Pine River, part of Sanford Health, and offers various shifts to pick up, including 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts. The position requires a minimum of six shifts per month, including one weekend per month. The work shift varies, and the scheduled weekly hours are listed as zero. The LPN applies nursing principles and age- and population-specific standards to residents’ physical and psychosocial needs, as outlined in care plans. The nurse assesses residents, administers ordered medications and treatments, evaluates resident status, documents care and outcomes, and responds to emergent situations. The role also involves supporting healthcare professionals, communicating with residents and their families, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team. The employer lists flexible scheduling, advancement opportunities, daily access to earnings, a 401(k) with employer match, and night and weekend shift differentials. An active RN license is stated as required at the time of hire, while the qualifications section specifies an unencumbered LPN license or multi-state licensure privileges.

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 (CEUs) and department and facility competency training.
Meet any additional education, training, or experience requirements applicable to specific services or positions.
For North Dakota positions requiring IV therapy or management skills, 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.
The posting states an active RN license is required at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long-term care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.
Apply nursing principles and age- and population-specific standards to residents’ physical and psychosocial needs according to care plans.
Perform testing to evaluate data reflecting a resident’s status and provide the care needed.
Recognize problems, recommend solutions, and respond effectively in emergent situations.
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 as needed.
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 a self-care program.
Perform other related duties as assigned.