What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (PM Shift) - $2,500 Sign on bonus position at Ecumen Home Care - Twin Cities?
Company Description
Ecumen Centennial House seeks a part-time - PM, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its team. The ideal candidate will have flexibility with their work schedule, work one weekend a month, and be willing to pick-up shifts when needed. We are offering a $1000.00 sign on bonus and an additional $1500.00 retention bonus after one year of service. Only external applicants are eligible for hiring bonus. Ecumen Centennial House consists of 44 assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 35 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services and is located in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Ecumen creates home for older adults wherever they choose to live. Our employees are dedicated to empowering our customers to lead richer, fuller lives and have consistently recognized Ecumen as a “Best Place to Work,” an award by the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal.
Job Description
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for a variety of professional nursing and resident assistant duties in the care of skilled nursing residents, complies with state and federal rules and regulations, and follows established policies and procedures of the facility. Specific responsibilities include:
- Assist with new admissions, hospital transfers and discharges as requested by Clinical Director
- Train, plan, assign and direct work of resident assistants within established guidelines and assist Resident Assistants as necessary. Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of job performance for resident assistants.
- Order and administer medications.
- Assist with implementing of physician orders.
- Initiate emergency treatment and report to Clinical Director.
- Participate in the completion and review of nursing care plans and carry out proper charting practices and procedures.
- Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills and other emergency situations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities for all Ecumen Positions:
1. Acting with Honor and Character
- Ethics and Values: Engages in open and honest dialogue with others. Treats individuals respectfully, professionally and fairly.
- Integrity and Trust. Shows consistency between words and actions. Protects confidential (and sensitive) information. Effectively handles emotions, including anger and frustration.
2. Honoring Brand
- Personal Alignment: Models commitment to Ecumen's mission, vision, values. Demonstrates an understanding of how their role contributes and adds value to their business unit and Ecumen.
- Drive and Initiative: Sets high standards for his or her performance. Accepts responsibility for taking initial action.
3. Creating the new and different
- Creativity: Is willing to challenge the status quo. Encourages others to try new methods and approaches. Supports his/her team, even when the initial efforts are unsuccessful.
4. Empowerment
- Customer and Team Focus: Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships. Demonstrates effective listening skills. Involves others in shaping plans and making decisions that affect them. Uses customer perspective, feedback and data for decision making and improvements in service delivery. Reliably and consistently demonstrates timely follow through and responsiveness to customer needs and requests. Champions initiatives that drive increased customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
This position requires an individual who is a licensed LPN within the state in which working, as well as a valid driver’s license. Related experience is preferred. All Ecumen employees must possess the ability to communicate effectively, including written and verbal skills; work well, both individually and as part of a team, through respect, collaboration and dedication; and successfully interact with a diverse culture base. The successful candidate must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently, and demonstrate a positive attitude, high integrity and ethical awareness.
EOE/AA. Drug Free Workplace.
Additional Information
APPLY ONLINE: https://careers-ecumen.icims.com/jobs/8311/licensed-practical-nurse-(pm-shift)---$2,500-sign-on-bonus/job
EOE/AA; Drug Free Workplace
