The Licensed Practical Nurse provides and ensures the highest degree of nursing care according to established standards, which includes assessing resident needs, administering medications and treatments, and updating care plans.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess an active North Dakota LPN license or be able to obtain one, maintain good standing in all licensed states, and hold a current CPR/BLS certificate.
DocumentationMedication AdministrationLicensed Practical NurseIncident ReportingNursing CareStaff MonitoringElectronic Medical RecordPhysical AssessmentsTreatment MonitoringStaff OrientationCPR/BLS CertificationResident EducationTimecard ManagementInterdisciplinary Care Plans
Job description
Eventide's Sheyenne Crossing Senior Living in West Fargo, ND is currently seeking Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to workday shift (7AM TO 7:30PM) Every other weekend and every other holiday.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides and ensures that the highest degree of nursing care is provided in accordance with the current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations as well as the philosophy, policies and procedures of Eventide.
Ideal Candidate
Must have an active North Dakota LPN license or be able to obtain upon hire
Must currently be in good standing in all states in which you have ever been licensed as a nurse in the U.S.
Current certificate in CPR/BLS required
Experience in Long Term Care preferred, but not required
Essential Job Duties
Assesses residents’ needs and health status through physical assessments, observations, and interviews on continuing basis.
Provides individual attention, which encourages each resident’s ability to maintain or attain the highest physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Observes and follows 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 record according to established nursing policies, procedures, and standards.
Assists in orientation/training of new team members.
Reports 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.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
403(B) With Employer Match
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.
Provides information, education, and support for assigned residents and their families.
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.
Assumes responsibility for promptly reporting any incidents or evidence of abuse, neglect, or violation of residents’ rights per policy.
Must be accountable to manage electronic timecard on a daily basis.
In accordance with the team philosophy and Eventide’s commitment for 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 on this job description.
Compensation
At Eventide, we value our employees and offer a competitive estimated starting pay range of $26.00-$29.12 for Position per hour 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 [HR@Eventide.org] to learn more!
