LPN - Long Term Care

Job overview

LPN - Long Term Care in Hitchcock, SD. This is a contract position with a salary range of $24.00 - $36.00 per hour. Good Samaritan is a not-for-profit organization with over 100 years of service to seniors. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long term care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician, ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of residents.

What you'll do

• Provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long term care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting.
• Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards related to the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident as per care plan.
• Ensures the health, comfort and safety of residents.
• Contributes to the assessment of residents and administers medications or treatments as ordered.

What we're looking for

Education

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.

Experience

3 months experience in Long Term Care required (6 months preferred)

Skills & competencies

lpn

long term care

local traveler

contract

onsite

hitchcock sd

good samaritan

nursing

premium pay

$24-$36/hr

weekend differential

evening/night differential

travel required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, generous time off package

About the employer

Good Samaritan is hiring for this role. Industry: Continuing Care Retirement Communities. Sector: 62.