What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Good Samaritan Society?
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The Good Samaritan Society is a not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at GSS NE Alliance Sandhills in Alliance, NE.
Job Summary:
The LPN provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long-term care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.
Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting.
Possesses the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed.
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.
Qualifications:
Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
Must have attended a pre-licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span as part of the curriculum or have had a minimum of 400 hours of experience as LPN at another facility.
Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
Benefits:
The Good Samaritan Society 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.
