The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for continuously assessing residents' health status through physical assessments and observations, providing direct nursing care, and administering medications and treatments according to established policies. This role also involves updating care plans, documenting in electronic medical records, and supervising subordinate staff to ensure thorough completion of responsibilities.
Requirements summary
Applicants must possess an active Minnesota LPN license or be able to obtain one upon hire, with experience in Long Term Care being preferred but not mandatory. Essential duties include continuous resident assessment, care plan adherence, medication administration, compliance with state and federal regulations, and accurate electronic documentation.
CommunicationDocumentationMedication AdministrationTrainingIncident ReportingElectronic Medical RecordsStaff MonitoringPhysical AssessmentsPatient Care PlanningTreatment MonitoringInterdisciplinary CareTimecard Management
Job description
Eventide on Eighth is hiring for a Part-Time LPN to work the day shift (6
30a-7p), available, with every third weekend and holiday rotation.
$2 an hour weekend shift differential added to base wage!
Certificates, licenses or registrations
Must have an active MN LPN license or be able to obtain upon hire
Experience in Long Term Care preferred, but not required
Essential Job Duties
LPN assess residents’ needs and health status through physical assessments, observations, and interviews continuingly.
Provides individual attention, which encourages each resident’s ability to maintain or attain the highest physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Observe and follow the residents’ plans of care. Updates and makes appropriate changes in plans of care whenever necessary. Plans of care include interdisciplinary care plans, physician orders, and C.N.A/NA-R care plans.
Administers medications and treatments and monitors both for effectiveness.
Provides direct nursing care to residents whenever necessary and according to established nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
Complies with rules and regulations as set forth by the Minnesota or North Dakota Department of Health and the Center for Medicare/Medicaid services.
Provides accurate documentation in the residents’ electronic medical records according to established nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
Assists in orientation/training of new team members.
Report resident needs, problems, and observations regarding residents’ condition(s) to the Charge Nurse and/or attending physician.
Ensures adequate staffing levels for a scheduled shift and corrects inadequate staffing appropriately.
Monitors the activities and functions of subordinate staff, which may include participating in the disciplinary process.
LPN ensures that work responsibilities of subordinate staff are completed thoroughly and accurately within scheduled shifts and according to established resident care policies, procedures, and standards.
Provide information, education, and support for assigned residents and their families.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
403(B) With Employer Match
LPN communicates the needs of residents to resident care staff in the unit, as appropriate.
Interacts with physicians and other health care facilities as needed, according to the needs of the residents.
Continually updates nursing skills and knowledge by attending in-services, continuing education programs, and staff meetings.
Coordinates and participates in resident care conferences and communicates information effectively to families.
LPN assumes responsibility for promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of abuse, neglect, or violation of residents’ rights per policy.
Must be accountable for managing electronic timecards daily.
By the team philosophy and Eventide’s commitment to all staff to provide quality resident care, the person filling this position may be occasionally required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed in this job description.
Compensation
At Eventide, we value our employees and offer a competitive estimated pay range of $29 - $31.61 per hour for LPNs based on qualifications, experience, and location. Shift premiums and differentials are also available, for select positions, paid on employment status and shift worked.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance. As well as ancillary benefits, such as life and disability insurance. Eventide also offers a 403(B) with employer match, paid time off, and many other great perks for working with us. Connect with our Human Resources Team at HR@Eventide.org to learn more!
