Licensed Practical Nurse - Health Services - Part-Time

About the Opportunity Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment. Facility: GSS SD Desmet Ctr Shift: Varies Job Schedule: PRN Job Overview 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. The LPN demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise, utilizes appropriate age‑and‑population specific standards, performs testing to evaluate resident status, ensures health and safety, administers medications or treatments as ordered, provides technical support to healthcare professionals, documents resident interactions, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team. Responsibilities Provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long‑term care. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise. Utilizes appropriate age and population‑specific standards for physical and psychosocial needs as per care plan. Performs testing to evaluate resident status and provide necessary care. Ensures the health, comfort, and safety of residents. Assists in resident assessment and administers medications or treatments as ordered. Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Documents resident interactions and outcomes related to care, medication, behavior, activity, and diet. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with residents, health‑care providers, and the public. Works effectively with professional and supportive personnel as part of an interdisciplinary care team. Counsels residents, family members, and/or resident advocates on prevention and treatment plans under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. Applies resident education principles to develop a self‑care program. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Associate degree in practical nursing preferred. For positions requiring IV therapy/management skills 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. Attended a pre‑licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the lifespan as part of the curriculum or have had a minimum of 400 hours of experience as an LPN at another facility. Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with the State Nursing board and/or possesses multi‑state licensure privileges. Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility. 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. EEO and Policies Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call or send an email to. Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. Job Function Nursing #J-18808-Ljbffr Good Samaritan