RN or LPN | Long-Term Care | Day 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 RN or LPN to join the team! This is a 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week) position with 8-hour day 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

Must be able to work according to the current Minnesota Board of Nursing Scope of Practice for nursing licensure.
Must be physically able to lift heavy objects, as well as push, pull, reach and squat on a regular basis.
Must be flexible and adhere to regular and predictable attendance.
Must be able to commit to working every other weekend and every other holiday if taking an FTE.
Licensed LPN in Minnesota
Post High School education in a specialized field: Course requirements that qualify to take LPN boards.
CPR Certified
Must be a new or returning employee to Emplify Health by Gundersen.

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.
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.
Document on each resident in an electronic medical record.
Be familiar and competent in basic computer use.