Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time Evening Shift

Job overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time Evening Shift in Centerville, SD. This is an onsite position with a salary range of $26.00 - $36.00 per hour. Good Samaritan is a not-for-profit organization with over 100 years of service to seniors. This role provides professional nursing care for residents under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician, demonstrating knowledge of nursing principles and age-appropriate care.

What you'll do

• 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.
• Demonstrate knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting.
• Demonstrate competency and practice within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilize appropriate age and population specific standards related to the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident as per care plan.
• Possess the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed.
• Demonstrate ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation.
• Ensure the health, comfort and safety of residents.
• Contribute to the assessment of residents and administer medications or treatments as ordered.
• Provide technical support to healthcare professionals as needed.
• Document resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with resident, health care providers, and the public.
• Ability to work effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Counsel residents, family members and/or resident advocate, under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider or physician on prevention and treatment plans.
• Knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self-care program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What we're looking for

Education

Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board.

Experience

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

Skills & competencies

licensed practical nurse

lpn

full-time

evening shift

centerville sd

good samaritan

healthcare

nursing

senior care

long term care

$26+/hr

no weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, Paid Time Off

About the employer

Good Samaritan is hiring for this role. Industry: Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors). Sector: 31.