Licensed Practical Nurse

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Woodsedge
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: 1000 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Night Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 32.00
Salary Range: $27.32 - $34.84
Pay Info: +$3.00 premium added to every hour work ed + $12,000 bonus (eligible employees)
Union Position: Yes


Department Details


- Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance


- Health Savings Account


- Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan


- Salary Increases


- Referral Bonuses


- Advancement Opportunities


- Paid Time Off


- Compassionate Leave


- Education Assistance


- Scholarships and Sponsorships


- Continuing Education


- Years of Service Recognition Program


- Verizon and AT&T Discounts


- Hotel Discounts


- Competitive Compensation


- Generous Shift Differentials


- Early access to pay


Job Summary


The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in assisted living, 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. The LPN 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. The LPN must possess the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed. Demonstrates ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation.


Ensures the health, comfort and safety of residents. Contributes to the assessment of residents and administers medications or treatments as ordered. Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Documents 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. Counsels 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. Performs other related duties as assigned.


Qualifications


Must have graduated from an accredited school or college of nursing program leading to licensure as a Licensed Practical


Nurse.


Long term care, sub-acute care, medical/surgical experience preferred. Specific services/positions may have additional education, training, or experience requirements.


Requires current licensure as a practical nurse in the state/states of practice.


Benefits


Sanford 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 .


Sanford 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 1- or send an email to .


Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.


Req Number: R-
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No