RN or LPN | Long-Term Care | PM Shift

Gundersen Health System • Spring Grove, MN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Gundersen Tweeten Care Center, a long-term skilled nursing care facility located in Spring Grove, MN, is dedicated to promoting a healthy, meaningful and secure environment for adults of all ages. We are currently looking for a full-time LPN to join the team! This is a 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week) position with 8-hour PM shifts, requiring work every other weekend and holiday. The role involves nurturing a family-based care environment by learning about each person and serving their needs.

Requirements

• Licensed LPN in Minnesota
• Post High School education in a specialized field: Course requirements that qualify to take LPN boards.
• CPR Certified
• Familiar and competent in basic computer use.
• Must be able to work according to the current Minnesota Board of Nursing Scope of Practice for nursing licensure.

Nice To Haves

• RN or LPN

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments.
• Monitor health and oversee the daily care of facility residents.
• Interact with the interdisciplinary team, residents, and family members on a regular basis to maintain a plan of care that is resident centered and up to date.
• Read, interpret, and follow the orders of Medical Providers in the provision of resident care.
• Serve as the front-line team leader for each shift and provide guidance to direct care staff.
• Provide emotional and social support to Nursing Home residents.
• Ensure resident and staff safety.
• Lift heavy objects, as well as push, pull, reach and squat on a regular basis.
• Document on each resident in an electronic medical record.
• Assist with promoting good nutrition and hydration of facility residents.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff members.
• Perform other job-related responsibilities as requested by the Director of Nursing.
• Participate in Nurse and unit staff meetings.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to continuously improve patient care and unit operations.
• Be flexible and adhere to regular and predictable attendance.
• Commit to working every other weekend and every other holiday if taking an FTE.

Benefits

• A team that offers a welcoming environment and is supportive of new and current staff!
• Gundersen's generous compensation and benefit package, including our top-rated retirement plan
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree