LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

About the role

The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs.

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. 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.

Facility: GSS SD Desmet Ctr • Location: De Smet, SD • Address: 411 Calumet Ave N, De Smet, SD 57231, USA

Responsibilities

• Perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed.
• 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.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with resident, health care providers, and the public.
• Work effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
• 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.
• Apply knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self‑care program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
• If position requires IV therapy/management skills (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.
• Must have attended a pre‑licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span as part of the curriculum or have had a minimum of 400 hours of experience as LPN at another facility.
• Currently hold an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi‑state licensure privileges.
• Obtain and subsequently maintain required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Complete required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.

Pay

Salary Range: $26.50 - $36.00 per hour

Schedule

Shift: Varies • Job Schedule: PRN • Weekly Hours: Varies