Licensed Practical Nurse - Night Shift - Health Care

Job Summary Licensed Practical Nurse Provides each resident with professional nursing care, assessment and evaluations within the scope of practice. Responsibilities Provides each resident with professional nursing care, assessment and evaluations within the scope of practice. Performs all licensed practical nursing functions and services as directed by the Registered Nurse to all residents. Completes resident assessments, makes appropriate interventions, applies knowledge, prioritizes resident care, and uses the nursing process (assess, plan, implement, evaluate). Complies with all pharmaceutical policies and procedures, ensuring medications/treatments are given safely and accurately in accordance with physician orders. Administers medications according to facility policy and is competent in the Pyxis medication administration system. Participates in the care planning process, assures that resident care is implemented consistently and appropriately for the age of those served, initiates and updates the plan of care as appropriate. Communicates and manages the delivery of resident care, ensuring quality care is provided. Guides staff in meeting the needs of residents, practicing routines based on residents’ needs. Participates in physician rounds, communicates changes in resident condition to physicians using the SBAR communication tool. Processes and transcribes physician orders and implements them according to facility policy. Investigates incidents, patient/family complaints and makes immediate reports to the VP of Resident Care or Administrator on call. Facilitates conflict management while respecting diversity and the strengths of individuals. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily, including having adequate visual acuity, effective communication skills, and the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Required Qualifications Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Board of Nursing. An active license in the state of practice upon hire. Education, license, certification, or work experience as required. Preferred Qualifications Less than 1 year experience in Long Term Care. Additional Information Sign‑on bonus up to $20,000 with a three‑year commitment. Student Loan Repayment Program: up to $10,000 (approximately $167 per month). Free health insurance options available. Career growth opportunities with the largest employer in South Dakota. Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, families, and the community. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Compliance with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards including CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA when applicable. EEO Statement Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other categories protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr