LPN Home Health - Twin Cities Metro - FT - Days

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient/resident care for stable and predictable patients/residents of all ages in the home care setting. They demonstrate knowledge of nursing principles for the patient/resident in the relevant setting and possess the ability to perform testing to assess data reflective of the patient's/resident's status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's/resident's requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in the home care setting.
• Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients/residents.
• Counsels patients/residents and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
• One Year Of Professional Nursing Experience Preferred.
• Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
• One Year Of Professional Nursing Experience Preferred.
• Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.

Skills

• Knowledge of nursing principles for the patient/resident in the relevant setting.
• Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients/residents.
• Knowledge of patient/resident education principles to develop a self-care program.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe environment, specific to the home setting.
• Ability to administer a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
• Ability to document and maintain records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients/residents, health care providers, and the public.
• Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and follow guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit here.

Pay

$24.00 - $36.00

Schedule

Varies